FIFA president Gianni Infantino and UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin met yesterday during a FIFA Council session to address ongoing tensions regarding commercial rights. The meeting followed significant industry debate over FIFA’s proposal to introduce private capital into World Cup marketing operations.
- FIFA and UEFA leadership met at the FIFA Council, formerly known as the Executive Committee, to discuss governance matters.
- Discussions followed a period of intense public disagreement that began in late July.
- The conflict centers on FIFA’s attempt to secure private investment for World Cup commercial rights, a move that faced opposition from European football leadership.
Both governing bodies continue to navigate the future of global football commercialization following these high-level consultations.