### [2026-07-31](/feed/2026/07/31/index.md)

##### 2026 FIFA crisis
# Infantino reverses his plan to sell stakes in the FIFA World Cup amidst backlash. 




### Sources:

1. [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49500782/fifa-world-cup-investment-private-gianni-infantino)

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