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When the boardroom doesn't play ball

Fifa's proposed profit-driven subsidiary, FFE, faces significant backlash from Uefa and Concacaf, potentially leading to a demerger. President Infantino seeks to pass the resolution, promising private equity investment to boost shareholder-nation payouts and better monetize tournaments. However, Uefa and Concacaf threaten a World Cup boycott due to concerns about private equity, match calendar expansion, and player workload. While some smaller member nations see financial benefits, key stakeholders are upset. The author implies Infantino's execution, despite noble aims to broaden football's appeal, has alienated important parties, jeopardizing the plan's success.

Economic Times · ET Bureau · Jul 31, 2026 at 5:50 PM

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