Australia’s players’ union criticises FIFA’s plan to introduce private investors into the World Cup and other major competitions, saying the proposal should not move forward. The union argues that FIFA is applying pressure on its member associations to approve the plan despite concerns that it sidelining the athletes and fans who generate the tournaments’ value. Multiple reports say the union’s stance follows FIFA’s earlier disclosure of the investment approach, which includes bringing external capital into football events. The union describes its response as disturbed by the proposal and frames it as a concern about governance and the prioritisation of commercial interests over participants and supporters. The criticism also reflects apprehension that the change could reshape how tournaments are controlled and financed, with possible impacts on players and fans. While the sources agree on the union’s objections, they do not provide additional details on how FIFA would implement the investor model or what specific terms are being considered.