FIFA Council to Review Confidential World Cup Sell-Off Documents After Infantino’s Failed Plan

FIFA has informed its Council members that they will be granted access to view confidential documents related to President Gianni Infantino’s failed proposal to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors. The plan, which aimed to generate billions by commercializing the tournament’s rights, was shelved after facing internal opposition and external scrutiny. Council members, including representatives from all six confederations, will now examine the documents to understand the scope and details of the abandoned initiative. This move signals a push for transparency within football’s governing body, as stakeholders demand accountability over financial decisions. The documents are expected to reveal the potential investors, valuation models, and governance safeguards that were considered. With the 2026 World Cup set to expand to 48 teams and generate record revenues, the episode underscores tensions over the commercialization of the sport and the balance between profit and tradition. The Council’s review could influence future governance reforms and investor relations.