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FIFA scraps World Cup sell-off plan after resistance from members

FIFA has scrapped its plans to sell off a share of the World Cup after facing heavy opposition from various quarters. UEFA expressed strong disapproval, warning of boycotts and alleging that FIFA was compromising the integrity of football. President Infantino acknowledged that the initiative caused rifts within the organization, leading…

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Gianni Infantino's adviser quits as FIFA's World Cup stake plan triggers confederation backlash

A senior FIFA advisor resigned protesting plans to sell a World Cup stake. European football threatened a boycott, and regional confederations united in opposition. FIFA proposed creating a subsidiary and offering external investors a stake. Despite opposition, FIFA stated it would proceed with its consultation process. Member associations will vote…

The Economic Times

Who is Joshua Kushner? FIFA's $4.2bn World Cup plan puts Democrat's ties with Trump in spotlight

Fifa’s $4.2bn plan to sell 20% of its new commercial arm has put Joshua Kushner at the centre of a deal drawing scrutiny. He is a Democrat, yet his proximity to Donald Trump’s circle has raised an obvious question: how did his firm emerge as the proposed lead investor?

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Internet Reacts to FIFA's Plan to Sell a Slice of the World Cup to a Kushner-Linked Fund

FIFA's plan to sell a 20% World Cup stake to a fund tied to Joshua Kushner has triggered a UEFA boycott vote, US lawmaker anger, and a Concacaf rejection.

International Business Times UK

FIFA to continue talks on $20 billion investment plan amid UEFA backlash

FIFA will continue consultations on private investment for its tournaments. Europe's football federation threatened a boycott over the proposed plan. Other confederations also issued strong rebukes against the proposal. FIFA stated it would not proceed without majority member association support. The organization aims to secure external investment for its events.

The Economic Times

Fifa could draw US Congress inquiry over ‘smash-and-grab scam’, top Democrat warns

Jamie Raskin targets football body’s proposed commercial sell-off and links to Trump administration

The Guardian - US

Thought leader Eddie Howe runs out of time and ideas at Newcastle

In today’s newsletter: The dreaded Jonjo Shelvey vote of confidence, and Jack Grealish hits back

The Guardian - UK

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Fifa’s sale of the century: how Kushners and Trump are at centre of a tangled web

Joshua Kushner is now the kingpin in driving the sale of the World Cup to investors and family ties are tight around the project

The Guardian - UK

FIFA's $20 Billion World Cup Plan Sparks Global Backlash. UEFA Says Tournament 'Is Not FIFA's To Sell'

FIFA's ambitious plan to bring private investors into the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup has ignited one of the biggest governance disputes in modern soccer.

International Business Times

The Guardian view on selling off the World Cup: a red-card offence by Gianni Infantino

Editorial: Fifa’s president hopes to sell stakes in the planet’s most watched sporting event. In the wider interests of football, he must be resisted

The Guardian - UK

Gianni Infantino wants to sell the World Cup – but it’s not his to sell

It’s clear from the generally horrified reaction to Gianni Infantino’s plan to turn the World Cup into an investment vehicle that the Fifa boss has gone too far.

The Conversation

'Hands off our game': EU slams FIFA for selling a stake in the World Cup

EU Commissioner for Sport Glenn Micallef backs the European Football Association in criticising the plan, which involves Trump’s affinal relative Joshua Kushner, while European countries are reportedly weighing a boycott.

Euronews

FIFA's Infantino sets deadline for $20M offer to members in Kushner-backed World Cup investor plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has set a Sept. 19 deadline for the 211 member federations to accept a $20 million offer to each in his controversial plan to sell stakes in a subsidiary running the World Cup

The Independent UK

Jared Kushner's Brother Is Poised to Lead a $20 Billion FIFA World Cup Venture That Has UEFA Furious: 'None of Us Are the Owners of Football...'

FIFA’s plan to build a $20 billion commercial company around the World Cup has pulled the Kushner family into a political controversy, with Joshua Kushner’s Thrive Eternal expected to lead a private investor group and UEFA warning that football’s "soul and governance" are not for sale.

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International Business Times UK

UEFA Warns FIFA Is 'Selling' the World Cup as $20 Billion Kushner-Linked Plan Sparks Boycott Threat

FIFA's $20 billion plan to create a commercial subsidiary for World Cup operations faces strong opposition from UEFA, raising concerns over governance and potential changes to the tournament's structure.

International Business Times UK

Sepp Blatter Slams Gianni Infantino for Selling FIFA to Investors Close to Donald Trump Inner Circle

Sepp Blatter says FIFA's close Trump–Infantino ties have 'reached a financial dimension' damaging football, warning: 'No one has the right to sell our game.'

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham hits out at Fifa over plan to sell stakes in the World Cup

Mr Burnham has joined criticism of the proposal, writing the ‘World Cup is not a product’

The Independent UK

FIFA plan for Kushner-backed $20 billion operation to run World Cup meets fury from Europe's UEFA

FIFA President Gianni Infantino plans to create a $20 billion company running the World Cup with private investors including the Kushner family

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Did Karlie Kloss Fake Going To Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s Wedding? An Investigation

Karlie Kloss, a gold dress and a Swiftie debate: did she actually go to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s MSG wedding or just call the paps?

The Independent UK

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding guestlist: All the celebrities invited to the couple’s big day

Emma Stone, Ben Stiller and Machine Gun Kelly were spotted in attendance at the massive wedding

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I've never met Donald Trump, says Karlie Kloss

Karlie Kloss has revealed she's never met Donald Trump, even though they're related.

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Lifestyles Of The Ultra-Rich: Inside The Craziest Celebrity Houses

Step inside the wildest celebrity houses and see how the ultra-rich really live, with jaw-dropping mansions, bold designs, and unexpected details.

Benzinga

OpenAI Takes Equity Stake In Thrive Holdings, AI Giant Will Embed Teams In Joshua Kushner-Led Company To 'Boost' Speed And Accuracy

On Monday, ChatGPT-parent OpenAI announced that it is deepening its enterprise ambitions with a stake in Thrive Holdings.

Fortune

Exclusive: Stripe-backed blockchain startup Tempo raises $500 million round led by Joshua Kushner’s Thrive Capital and Greenoaks

The Series A values the Matt Huang–led Tempo at $5 billion and includes participation from Sequoia, Ribbit, and SV Angel.

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Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner welcome third child

Karlie Kloss and her husband Joshua Kushner have welcomed a baby girl into the world.

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