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FIFA apologized for a botched plan to sell a 20% stake in a commercial‑rights entity, sparking criticism from UEFA, European leagues and several continental confederations, while President Gianni Infantino battles calls for his resignation and faces a uncertain path to re‑election next year.
FIFA apologised to its members after a contentious plan to monetize World Cup commercial rights collapsed, exposing deep divisions among football’s governing bodies and raising questions about Infantino’s bid for re‑election.
European soccer’s elite have turned up the heat on FIFA president Gianni Infantino, demanding sweeping governance reforms after his ill‑fated attempt to sell World Cup stakes.
European soccer leagues demand governance reforms as FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell World Cup stakes and expand the tournament faces fierce criticism, resignations, and threats of a boycott.
European soccer leagues have intensified pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino, demanding governance reforms after his proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup was rejected as dangerous and disruptive.
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.
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 plans to spin off its revenue‑generating units into a $20 billion commercial arm and sell a 20 % stake to investors, prompting fierce opposition from UEFA, major European leagues and political figures.