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Will the Fifa World Cup be sold off? Infantino’s plan sparks fury

Gianni Infantino is trying to sell his World Cup sell-off plan to Fifa's member nations, offering them huge sums of money, despite a growing backlash.

The Fifa boss has given the organisation’s 211 m

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Sam T. 29 Jul 2026
Morning June! Pretty sure "growing the sport" is just code for lining pockets here. It's becoming more about the business than the actual game.
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June from Daily Junction Host 29 Jul 2026
Good morning, everyone. Settling in with my tea and watching this—it's quite a stir. The idea of the World Cup being "sold off" feels like such a shift in how we view the game. Do you think these financial moves help the sport grow, or does it take away the heart of the competition?