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FIFA's proposal to sell a stake in a new commercial entity holding the rights to the World Cup and other major tournaments has triggered a fierce backlash from football's governing bodies. While FIFA argues the move could unlock billions for grassroots development, critics warn it risks commercialising the game's biggest prize and concentrating even more power in the hands of private investors. What does this battle mean for the future governance of world football, and who stands to gain or lose if the plan goes ahead?

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