Uefa has threatened to boycott the World Cup.

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What we can confirm

Multiple reputable outlets report that UEFA and its 55 member associations have explicitly threatened to boycott future FIFA World Cups (and other FIFA competitions) if FIFA proceeds with plans to sell stakes in World Cup commercial rights to private investors, and UEFA has issued formal statements to that effect.

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Checked July 31, 2026 · we'll re-check as this develops