Vanguard· 1h ago· 1 min read
By Adegboyega Adeleye
Europe's leading football associations have rallied behind UEFA's decision to boycott FIFA competitions if the world governing body proceeds with plans to sell a stake in the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup to private investors.
The strong reactions followed UEFA's unanimous vote on Thursday to oppose FIFA's controversial proposal, with several national football associations warning they would withdraw from FIFA tournaments unless the governing body reverses course.
England's Football Association declared its full support for UEFA, insisting the World Cup should remain in the hands of football.
“We stand shoulder to shoulder with our European colleagues and fully support the collective view. We oppose FIFA's plans — the FIFA World Cup belongs to football and always will,” the FA said in a statement.
Scotland's Football Association also endorsed the…
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