Europe's leading football associations have rallied behind UEFA's decision to boycott FIFA competitions if the world governing body proceeds with plans to sell a stake in the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup to private investors.

Europe’s football governing body said the tournament should not be seen as an investment product and is 'not for sale'.

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has threatened to boycott all competitions organised by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), including…