Fifa to press on with consultation as Uefa threatens World Cup boycott

Fifa says it will press ahead with a consultation process while Uefa has warned it may boycott future World Cups. The governing body confirmed its investment plan will continue despite the threat from European football’s umbrella organisation.

Fifa, which oversees international football, stated it would maintain the consultation steps it has set in motion following the dispute with Uefa. The European confederation has publicly threatened to withdraw from World Cups, prompting the statements from both organisations. The disagreement centers on proposed changes and an associated investment plan that Fifa says will go forward.

Fifa emphasised that the consultation phase is not being halted and that discussions with stakeholders will continue. Officials described the process as ongoing even as tensions with Uefa have escalated. The governing body framed the continuation of the plan as part of its responsibilities to the game globally.

Uefa’s response — a threat to boycott the World Cups — underlined the seriousness of the rift between the two institutions. The warning from Europe’s governing body has raised the profile of the dispute and put renewed public focus on the consultation. Representatives on both sides have signalled they intend to sustain their current positions while talks proceed.

Both organisations remain in the spotlight as the consultation progresses, with Fifa reiterating that the investment element of its proposals will remain active. The stance taken by Fifa reflects its decision to carry forward the plan amid the dispute. Uefa’s boycott threat continues to be a central point of contention in the public exchange.

The situation leaves the consultation process in motion and the disagreement between Fifa and Uefa unresolved for now. Both bodies have signalled continued engagement in their respective approaches while the consultation takes place.