FIFA scrap controversial World Cup private investment plan

FIFA has scrapped a controversial proposal to allow private investment in its major competitions, including the World Cup. The plan, championed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, would have opened tournaments to outside stakeholders. According to Al Jazeera English, fierce backlash from across the football world forced the governing body to abandon the initiative.

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