UEFA Threatens Legal Action Against FIFA Over World Cup Profit Deal Proposal

European football’s governing body UEFA has threatened legal action against FIFA over a controversial proposal by FIFA President Gianni Infantino to sell a stake in future World Cup profits to private investors. UEFA raised concerns over the failed plan, which involved offering outside investors a share of future World Cup commercial revenues. The European body has demanded that any relevant documents and potential evidence connected to the proposal be preserved and not destroyed. The dispute highlights growing tensions between UEFA and FIFA over the management, commercial direction, and financial structure of global football’s biggest competitions. UEFA officials have questioned the transparency and implications of the investment plan, while FIFA has defended its efforts to explore new revenue opportunities and expand the financial potential of its flagship tournament. The threat of legal action could deepen disagreements between the two governing bodies as they continue to navigate issues involving tournament revenues, governance, and the future direction of international football. The World Cup remains FIFA’s most valuable commercial asset, generating billions of dollars through broadcasting rights, sponsorships, and global partnerships.