FIFA’s $20 Billion Question: Can The World Cup Have Private Owners?

UEFA is threatening to boycott FIFA following Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private equity firms. This standoff potentially endangers upcoming tournaments, including the next Women’s World Cup. The plan aims to involve private owners in managing operations for both men’s and women’s events, a move that could generate significant capital but also introduces complex tax questions regarding the ownership and management of these global sporting competitions.