Gianni Infantino's tenure as Fifa president faces growing pressure following widespread rejection of his proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors. Regional governing bodies, including Uefa, Concacaf, and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), have officially opposed the plan.
Uefa's 55 member associations have stated they will not participate in any Fifa tournament until the Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE) plans are withdrawn, even threatening to boycott the next World Cup. Concacaf, representing North America and the Caribbean, reiterated concerns about a lack of consultation, while the AFC called for an "urgent review of its governance" at Fifa.
Fifa has maintained its stance, asserting that "nobody is selling football" and claiming its consultation process was "disrupted by incorrect media reports." With the next Fifa presidential election less than a year away in March 2027, potential challengers are being discussed.