UEFA stands by WC boycott plan despite apology

UEFA has reaffirmed that its member associations could still boycott FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, despite FIFA President Gianni Infantino issuing an apology for unspecified 'errors' and receiving backing from FIFA. The standoff between UEFA and FIFA's governing body represents a significant ongoing dispute at the highest levels of world football governance. UEFA's position signals that Infantino's apology has not been sufficient to resolve the tensions between the two organizations.