Fifa ‘undermining the very foundations of football’, says AFC as Uefa talks loom
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has criticized FIFA for failing to consult member confederations regarding a plan to sell World Cup commercial rights to private investors. The AFC's opposition is significant as it may hold the deciding vote against the proposal, which is also opposed by UEFA.
Spain's Rodri lifts the trophy alongside teammates as they celebrate winning the World Cup. Photograph: James Lang/Imagn Images/Reuters Spain's Rodri lifts the trophy alongside teammates as they celebrate winning the World Cup. Photograph: James Lang/Imagn Images/Reuters Fifa Fifa ‘undermining the very foundations of football’, says AFC as Uefa talks loom Asian Football Confederation may hold balance of power
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