What you need to know about FIFA's private investment plan — and the backlash

North America Sports Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:57:45 GMT High confidence — 76/100

SoccerLess than two weeks since the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 2026, soccer is once again front-page news thanks to a new private-investment proposal by FIFA president Gianni Infantino that's triggered significant backlash.

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SoccerLess than two weeks since the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 2026, soccer is once again front-page news thanks to a new private-investment proposal by FIFA president Gianni Infantino that's triggered significant backlash.

Sources: CBC