FIFA will propose a $6.35 billion fund for soccer development between 2027 and 2030, raising the payout to each national association to $25 million from the originally planned $10 million. The proposal, detailed in a document reviewed by The Associated Press, leverages the financial success of the 48-team World Cup to distribute over $3.5 billion from reserves. The plan targets investment in women's and youth football across all 211 member associations and six continental confederations, which would each receive $99 million.
This move comes as European leaders seek a candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino ahead of his reelection. The financial plan requires final approval by the FIFA Congress in March 2027.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing