Lib Dems urge FA and Uefa to withdraw from Fifa
The UK's Liberal Democrats have called for the English FA and Uefa to withdraw from FIFA, citing concerns over governance, ticket pricing, and political interference. The party leader, Sir Ed Davey, argued that FIFA's recent actions have compromised the integrity of football.
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This highlights growing political pressure on international sports governing bodies to reform their practices and accountability standards.
Image source, Reuters By Joshua Nevett Political reporter Published 12 minutes ago The Liberal Democrats have called for the English FA and Uefa to withdraw from Fifa, accusing football's global governing body of "destroying the integrity of the beautiful game".
Sir Ed Davey, the party's leader, said Fifa no longer serves the game or its supporters, and should be completely dissolved.
The party's call follows Fifa's shock decision to overturn a match ban for an American player after intervention from US President Donald Trump and complaints ranging from astronomical ticket prices to hydration breaks that could generate up to $250m (£189m) in extra ad revenue .
Fifa, Uefa and the English FA have been approached by the BBC for comment.
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