Joshua Kushner Regrets Involvement in FIFA World Cup Investment Fiasco

POLICY WIRE — New York, USA — Joshua Kushner, the younger brother of Jared Kushner and a prominent venture capitalist, has publicly expressed remorse for his involvement in FIFA’s controversial...

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September 1, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, USA — Joshua Kushner, the younger brother of Jared Kushner and a prominent venture capitalist, has publicly expressed remorse for his involvement in FIFA’s controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. His investment group, Thrive Capital, attempted to participate in the $20 billion deal proposed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

In a recent interview with Forbes, Kushner admitted that his firm did not fully understand the complex political landscape of international football. He stated, We failed to appreciate the political dynamics of global football.

The deal, which aimed to sell ownership stakes in the FIFA World Cup to outside investors, faced strong opposition from world soccer leaders. This resistance ultimately led to the collapse of Kushner’s high-profile investment bid.

Kushner’s involvement in the deal was particularly notable given his connection to Jared Kushner, son-in-law of former President Donald Trump. The failed investment has now become a significant setback for Joshua Kushner’s venture capital endeavors.

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