Statement issued after FIFA update on World Cup proposal

Saturday 01 Aug 2026

We have issued an update, following FIFA's withdrawal of its proposal for the FIFA World Cup and a statement issued by UEFA.

An FA spokesperson said: “We fully support UEFA’s position. It is time for a full and robust review of FIFA’s leadership and governance to ensure that the global game is run transparently, for the benefit of all 211 member nations and with the long-term stewardship of football at its heart.”

By Communications department