UEFA nations could BOYCOTT World Cup in light of FIFA's plot to sell tournament

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FIFA has announced plans to open the World Cup to private investment, with a venture capital firm linked to Donald Trump's son-in-law leading the group. This decision has caused significant unrest, with UEFA nations considering a boycott. Concacaf has also criticised the move, citing a lack of due process and governance. The proposed commercial entity is valued at $20bn, though Concacaf claimed they only learned of the plan through media reports rather than official channels.
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29/07 09:50 mirror.co.uk
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UEFA nations could BOYCOTT World Cup in light of FIFA's plot to sell tournament

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