World Cup Boycott Backed by Europe as Asia, North America Opppose

The Asian Football Confederation has joined the North, Central America and Caribbean football association and UEFA in opposition to FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors. On Thursday, all 55 UEFA member associations pledged to boycott FIFA soccer competitions if president Gianni Infantino’s proposal is approved.

“The FIFA World Cup is the pinnacle of global football and derives its strength from the participation of all Confederations and the world’s leading…