- Infantino's plan to sell stakes in a company to run the World Cup to private investors was rejected by three continental confederations before it was withdrawn.
- UEFA threatened to boycott FIFA competitions until the plan was scrapped.
- UEFA stated that its associations were clear about the conditions attached to non-participation in FIFA competitions: the proposals to sell off major competitions had to be withdrawn.
- UEFA doubled down on its position, stating conditions for non-participation were not met and it has lost confidence in Infantino's presidency.
- Infantino remains in his position as FIFA president after the crisis meeting.
- UEFA dismissed the Wednesday announcement that some people employed by the FIFA President agree with him, noting that their careers depend on his favour.
UEFA's boycott of FIFA tournaments continues as FIFA president Gianni Infantino remains under pressure following a crisis meeting. UEFA's stance stems from Infantino's controversial proposal to sell stakes in World Cup operations, which was rejected by three confederations and subsequently withdrawn.
A UEFA statement emphasized that conditions for participation in FIFA competitions include the withdrawal of these proposals and assurances against future attempts to alter the game. UEFA stated, "These conditions have not been met." The governing body has also expressed a loss of confidence in Infantino's leadership, reinforcing its position on the boycott.3
Despite Infantino's attempts to rally support, including a recent announcement that some FIFA employees back his plans, UEFA remains steadfast. The organization reiterated that "Yesterday's announcement changes nothing." The ongoing tension highlights the fractured relationship between UEFA and FIFA, with European football's governing body unwilling to compromise on its principles regarding the governance of the sport.
As the situation develops, the future of FIFA's leadership and its relationship with UEFA remains uncertain, with Infantino's presidency increasingly under scrutiny.
“Infantino was forced to abandon his plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors after three confederations rejected it. UEFA said conditions for non-participation were unmet and it has lost confidence in his presidency, a position that holds.”
