Europe's top human rights body has raised fresh concerns about FIFA's handling of World Cup integrity, warning that weaknesses in the current system could leave the tournament exposed to abuse and possible fraud. The criticism adds pressure on football's governing body as planning continues for the 2030 edition.
According to the report outlined in the article, the organization is urging FIFA to put stronger protections in place before the next tournament, which is set to be played mostly in Spain and Portugal. The central message is that major governance gaps should be addressed well before the event begins.
The intervention focuses on the broader issue of accountability around the World Cup, one of the biggest events in global sport. By questioning whether existing safeguards are strong enough, the body is pushing FIFA to improve oversight and create a more reliable framework for future decisions and operations.
The criticism is likely to intensify debate over how FIFA manages integrity, transparency and risk at the world's most watched football tournament. With the 2030 World Cup approaching, calls for reform are expected to remain a key part of the conversation around the event.
