The English FA says it was completely unaware of FIFA's new commercial subsidiary plans, as European football's governing body rallies 55 member nations to discuss a collective response. The options on the table reportedly include boycotting the World Cup itself. What FIFA actually proposedOn July 28-29, 2026, FIFA unveiled plans for FFE, a commercial subsidiary designed to manage major tournaments including the World Cup. AdvertisementFIFA appears to have developed this entire plan without meaningfully consulting the confederations and national associations that actually make the World Cup happen by providing the players and teams. For the national associations now weighing their options, the risk calculus is delicate.