FIFA President Gianni Infantino has apologised for the proposal to sell off the World Cup, confirming that the plan will not go ahead.
Formal Apology Issued
In a letter, Infantino and FIFA General Secretary Mattias Grafstrom expressed regret over the scheme, stating: "We sincerely apologise for these errors and commit to them not happening again. With this in mind, we will conduct a necessary review, and a report will be presented to the FIFA Council at its next scheduled meeting."
Background and Reaction
The apology follows intense criticism over the past week after FIFA's intention to sell its competitions, including the World Cup, to private investors was announced. The decision was met with widespread backlash, prompting the crisis meeting that led to the reversal.
Further details are expected to emerge as the review progresses, with the FIFA Council set to receive the report at its upcoming session.
