Real Madrid Welcomes FIFA's Withdrawal of World Cup Stake Sale Plans

Real Madrid has publicly welcomed FIFA's decision to retract its plans to sell a minority stake in the World Cup, responding to increasing pressure on president Gianni Infantino.

The proposal had faced significant backlash, with UEFA expressing a loss of confidence in Infantino's leadership following the plan's collapse. The initiative aimed to attract private investors by offering member associations $40 million in exchange for their support.

In their statement, Real Madrid supported UEFA's efforts to halt the proposal, emphasizing the importance of football as a public interest and a heritage belonging to nations and fans. The club firmly opposes any attempts to treat football competitions as financial assets for a select few, highlighting the responsibilities of clubs in sustaining the sport.