UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously declared a boycott of all FIFA competitions on July 30 after an emergency meeting, rejecting President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell ownership stakes in the World Cup and other events to private investors. The stance requires the plan's full abandonment plus binding assurances against future privatization before European national teams will return. FIFA has signaled it will continue consultations despite the threat, with a September 19 deadline for associations tied to potential payments. Early tests include the women's World Cup play-offs in October and the U-20 World Cup starting September 5. Resolution hinges on whether Infantino revises or withdraws the plan amid pressure from other confederations and the risk of major tournament disruptions.