UEFA says a possible European boycott of the World Cup remains in place, even after FIFA reaffirmed its support for president Gianni Infantino. In statements following a Wednesday meeting, FIFA indicated it would not withdraw backing for Infantino, describing that support as “full” and saying it “changes nothing” regarding the dispute. The issue follows growing pressure on Infantino after a controversial plan first reported on 28 July, involving the proposed sale of stakes in a company that would help run the World Cup to private investors. UEFA’s position is that the boycott threat is not affected by FIFA’s stance. The BBC reports that UEFA also says the boycott may still go ahead, in the context of national associations reviewing their links to FIFA leadership; it notes that the Football Association has withdrawn support for Infantino. Across the sources, the central points are that UEFA maintains its threat of a boycott and that FIFA’s continued support for Infantino does not alter UEFA’s assessment.