Six football confederations split on FIFA sell‑off plan and Infantino's presidency

The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) released a statement on Friday, lauding FIFA for the “progress achieved over the last decade.” The comment, issued after this week’s executive committee meeting, marks the final input from the six continental confederations on the fallout from the World Cup sell‑off plan that has divided world football.

The sell‑off plan, which re‑allocated hosting rights for the 2026 and 2030 World Cups, has become a flashpoint for debate over governance and commercial strategy. At the committee meeting, the vote on whether Gianni Infantino should remain FIFA president was evenly split, with three confederations supporting his continuation and three opposing it. The tied result underscores the deep divisions within the sport’s governing body and signals that further deliberations are likely before a definitive decision can be reached.

With the OFC’s statement closing the loop on confederation commentary, FIFA now faces a critical juncture. The outcome of the Infantino vote will shape the organization’s leadership direction and its approach to future tournament allocation, while the broader implications of the sell‑off plan will continue to influence discussions about fairness, representation, and commercial interests in international football.