Germany Rejects FIFA's Profit Push | Europe News

FIFA’s bold plan to spin off a commercial arm and sell it to private investors has ignited fierce backlash, especially from Germany’s football leadership. Bernd Neuendorf, head of the DFB and a FIFA Council member, slammed the move as disrespectful and poorly communicated, calling for more transparent decision-making. Major German clubs like Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund joined the chorus, branding the proposal “disgusting” and unnecessary — arguing football should serve more than profit. Germany’s history of resisting commercialization, including a 2024 fan revolt that killed a TV rights sale, underscores its cultural stance. With Germany and UEFA set to meet, Neuendorf warns the plan’s survival hinges on UEFA’s approval — and with UEFA’s backing likely essential for investors, Germany’s influence could be decisive. Even as FIFA President Infantino faces past criticism, this proposal has drawn an unusually strong line in the sand — one that could reshape global football’s future if other confederations unite against it. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/90909dc54b8c26a7