UEFA threatens World Cup boycott over Kushner-linked $20B FIFA overhaul

UEFA plans an emergency vote to boycott all FIFA events, including the 2030 World Cup, in protest of Gianni Infantino’s proposed $20 billion privatization-style takeover led by Thrive Eternal and tied to Jared Kushner’s circle, with JPMorgan reportedly advising. If approved, major European nations would withdraw from World Cup play, crippling the tournament’s global broadcast value, while UEFA would continue with regional competitions like the Champions League and Euros. The move underscores a deep rift over privatization and governance within FIFA and the sport at large.