SloveniaThe article discusses FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup by creating a new entity with external investors, potentially including American businessman Joshua Kushner, who is related to former US President Donald Trump. While FIFA claims to be a non-profit organization, it has partnered with JPMorgan to attract around 17.5 billion euros in investments for a 20% share in the new company. Critics argue that this move could commercialize football excessively, especially with plans to expand the tournament from 32 to 64 teams, which has already sparked legal challenges from European leagues. The European Football Association (UEFA) strongly opposes the plan, calling it a breach of principles and warning that football should not be treated as a commodity for financial gain.
Bias read (Center): While the article presents concerns from UEFA and critics regarding the commercialization of football, it does not overtly favor one side over another. It reports on the controversy without taking a clear ideological stance, presenting both the proposed changes and the opposition from institutional,
