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FIFA's commercial plan splits global football governance

Published 31 July 2026

FIFA's proposal to create a commercial subsidiary and sell stakes in its premier tournaments has sparked a significant rift within global football governance, drawing sharp criticism from European bodies while receiving a more measured response from Africa.

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