“The World Cup cannot be treated as an investment product,” it said on Thursday. We oppose FIFA’s plans – the FIFA World Cup belongs to football and always will.“ UEFA’s boycott would apply to all FIFA tournaments, including the men’s and women’s World Cups, as well as the Club World Cup. This approach will be challenged for the first time at a senior competition in October, when the Women’s World Cup play-offs are scheduled to take place. Statement on behalf of UEFA and its 55 National Associations — UEFA (@UEFA) July 30, 2026What is UEFA boycotting?