UEFA set to drop boycott threat of FIFA tournaments

UEFA is prepared to end its boycott threat towards FIFA tournaments following assurances that plans to sell stakes in major competitions will not be reinstated, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The agreement comes after FIFA withdrew a proposal in July that led to UEFA's 55 member associations boycotting FIFA events.

UEFA officials are expected to confirm the lifting of the boycott at a meeting in Monaco on Thursday, alongside presidents of many member associations. UEFA sought both the withdrawal of the proposal and assurances against any future plans. Despite the immediate threat being lifted, UEFA is likely to continue its campaign against FIFA President Gianni Infantino, as reported by sources.

European Leagues President Claudius Schaefer expressed deep concerns over Infantino's leadership, questioning his suitability to continue as president of FIFA. Schaefer highlighted the lack of meaningful consultation with stakeholders and major decisions made without their input. Infantino is under pressure from UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF to resign, with debates over FIFA's integrity and governance growing. FIFA did not comment on the matter.