Statement on behalf of UEFA and its 55 national associations

UEFA and its 55 national associations have issued a joint statement unanimously rejecting FIFA's proposal to transfer ownership interests in the World Cup and other FIFA competitions to private investors. The organizations condemn the proposal as having been conceived in secret without meaningful consultation, describing it as 'governance by intimidation' and an 'abdication of FIFA's duty.' UEFA and its member associations have warned they will not participate in FIFA competitions if the measure proceeds.