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Uefa to Drop Boycott Threat Against Fifa Competitions

Source: BBC Sport - Published: 26 Aug 2026 16:31

Uefa is poised to withdraw its threat to boycott Fifa events after receiving assurances that there will be no future attempts to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors. This decision will be discussed at an upcoming Uefa executive committee meeting in Monaco.

If the boycott is lifted, the Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland will proceed as scheduled. Uefa has been vocal in its opposition to Fifa's leadership and continues to advocate for significant changes within the organization.

With Uefa likely to lift its boycott threat, attention turns to the upcoming executive committee meeting in Monaco. Watch for potential leadership challenges within Fifa and ongoing advocacy for reforms, especially as the Under-20 Women's World Cup approaches.

Briefed by Gibik from the original source.