The Economic Times

FIFA accuses European body UEFA of 'smear campaign' in filing related to World Cup sell-off plan

FIFA has accused UEFA of a smear campaign regarding a failed World Cup stake sale. UEFA filed discovery requests in U.S. courts concerning FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal. Thrive Capital Management was involved in the $4.2 billion plan to sell World Cup stakes. FIFA withdrew the proposal after facing significant opposition and pushback. UEFA is also preparing a criminal complaint against Infantino in Swiss courts.