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Infantino defends FIFA World Cup sell off plans

Football's top boss said it was an opportunity, not an obligation.

The head of world football's governing body, FIFA, Gianni Infantino says controversial plans to sell off stakes in major competitions, including the World Cup, are an 'opportunity', not an 'obligation'.

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