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A coalition of football federations is challenging Gianni Infantino’s bid for re‑election after a controversial stake‑sale plan for the World Cup fell apart, prompting governance concerns and a looming vote in Morocco.
A leadership crisis is unfolding within FIFA as Gianni Infantino's proposal to bring private equity into the World Cup loses backing from key European bodies, raising the stakes for his re‑election.
Wales becomes the first national federation to pull its support for Gianni Infantino’s FIFA re‑election bid after a $4.2 billion stake‑sale plan collapses, intensifying pressure on the president ahead of the sport’s governing body’s March congress in Morocco.
The Norwegian side is set to face Union Saint‑Gilloise in the third qualifying round, with a potential showdown against Greek or Dutch opponents awaiting the winner, as seven teams will earn places in the upcoming main‑phase draw in Monaco.
The draw in Nyon confirmed matchups for the League Path and Champions Path, with first legs scheduled for August 18‑19 and second legs for August 25‑26.
A leadership crisis erupts at FIFA as European and North American confederations withdraw confidence in President Gianni Infantino, leaving the fate of his administration in the hands of tiny footballing nations.
UEFA warned FIFA that it would pursue legal action, arbitration and regulatory complaints over a proposal to sell a stake in future World Cup profits, a move that collapsed amid global outrage and calls for Gianni Infantino’s removal.
A controversial proposal to sell a 20 percent stake in a new entity overseeing FIFA competitions has sparked criticism from European and North American football bodies, led to the resignation of Infantino’s senior adviser, and raised questions about the federation’s leadership ahead of the 2025 re‑election.
UEFA has warned FIFA that it will pursue legal measures unless the governing body preserves evidence related to a controversial plan to monetize future World Cup revenues, a scheme that was abandoned after widespread outrage.
After a proposed stake sale to fund a new commercial entity faltered, Wales became the first national federation to pull its backing for Gianni Infantino, raising doubts about his re‑election prospects at the upcoming FIFA Congress.
UEFA has warned FIFA that it will pursue litigation unless evidence surrounding a proposed stake in future World Cup profits is preserved, after a plan to sell the rights to private investors was abandoned amid global outrage.
UEFA has warned FIFA that it may pursue legal measures after Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell a $4.2 billion stake in future World Cup profits was abandoned following widespread opposition.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino scraps a $20 billion private‑equity deal for World Cup commercial rights after a united front from UEFA, CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation.
Former FIFA vice‑president Jim Boyce sharply criticized Gianni Infantino’s decision to abandon a plan that would have sold a 20 % stake in a new commercial entity overseeing the World Cup, sparking a fierce response from UEFA.
Former FIFA vice‑president Jim Boyce denounced the governing body's proposal to sell a 20% share of its competition portfolio, urging leaders to prioritize supporters over profit.
Claudius Schaefer, head of Europe’s professional leagues, said Gianni Infantino’s position as FIFA president has become untenable after a disputed plan to sell World Cup commercial rights was abandoned amid backlash from UEFA, CONCACAF and European leagues.
European football’s governing body has escalated its confrontation with FIFA, warning of legal action after the world governing body’s proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup and other tournaments to private investors was abruptly abandoned.
Former FIFA vice‑president Jim Boyce has denounced Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, citing concerns over commercialisation, ticket prices and governance.
A wave of criticism from within football’s governing bodies and regional confederations challenges FIFA’s plan to monetize a share of World Cup revenues, raising questions about credibility, ticket pricing and VAR decisions.
Former FIFA vice‑president Jim Boyce denounced Gianni Infantino’s plan to offload a 20 % stake in FIFA’s commercial portfolio for $4.2 billion, calling the move ludicrous and damaging to football’s integrity. The proposal has triggered threats of boycott from UEFA, resignations, and questions about leadership ahead of the 2025 re‑election in Morocco.
A private investment proposal for the World Cup has been abandoned, UEFA has threatened to boycott future tournaments, and several high‑profile figures are being discussed as potential replacements for Gianni Infantino.
Claudius Schafer, head of Europe’s professional football leagues, said Gianni Infantino’s position at FIFA has become untenable after his failed attempt to sell World Cup commercial rights, citing a breakdown of trust among confederations.
A proposal to monetize World Cup rights was abandoned after widespread backlash, with European football leaders warning of damage to domestic competitions and loss of confidence in Gianni Infantino’s leadership.
FIFA abandoned plans to sell World Cup rights after a coalition of European, Asian and North American confederations threatened boycotts, leaving Infantino's fourth‑term bid in jeopardy.