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AFC Joins UEFA in World Cup Boycott Threat

AFC Joins UEFA in World Cup Boycott Threat

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) expressed 'deep concern' and called for an urgent review of FIFA's proposed US$20 billion commercial subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise, to run the World Cup.

This follows UEFA's unanimous vote to boycott FIFA competitions if the plan proceeds, and CONCACAF's rejection.

A senior FIFA adviser, Carlos Cordeiro, resigned in protest, and Infantino faces a no-confidence vote.

The revolt has effectively stalled the plan, with the 2030 World Cup hosts potentially boycotting their own tournament.

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FIFA
International governing body of association football
Union of European Football Associations
International governing body for association football in Europe
Asian Football Confederation
Governing body of association football, beach soccer, and futsal in most countries and territories in Asia
CONCACAF
International sport governing body
Gianni Infantino
Swiss-Italian football administrator