Infantino Scraps Plan to Sell Off World Cup Amid Global Backlash FIFA President Gianni Infantino's sudden reversal on plans to sell the rights to host future World Cups has sent shockwaves through the football world.
This drastic change comes after months of intense debate and opposition from member associations, sponsors, and fans worldwide.
The original plan was to put the rights to host future World Cups up for sale, sparking fears that the tournament would become a cash cow for wealthy investors.