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European Leagues has extended its EU complaint against FIFA to cover the women’s international match calendar, arguing that FIFA’s conduct threatens the growth and finances of women’s leagues. The bloc alleges FIFA’s dual role as regulator and organiser fuels conflicts of interest. FIFA has not commented.
UEFA and CONCACAF presidents have urged an independent review of FIFA’s finances and proposed releasing at least $10 million to every member association for the 2027-30 cycle, on top of the FIFA Forward Programme. The plan relies on reserves of about $6 billion and aims to avoid selling interests in FIFA competitions.
FIFA has announced the inaugural Women’s Club World Cup will take place Jan. 5–30, 2028, featuring 19 top clubs from six confederations. Seven clubs have qualified, with six from UEFA and representation from AFC, CAF, CONCACAF, CONMEBOL and OFC. The United States is chosen to host, citing its track record in staging major FIFA tournaments and strong women’s football ecosystem.