Qatar’s President Challenges AFC Over Infantino Criticism
Qatar’s football chief writes to AFC leadership, questioning the lack of consultation behind a public attack on FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.
Aug 14, 2026
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Qatar’s Football Body Rebuffs AFC Over Infantino Criticism
Qatar’s football association challenges the Asian Football Confederation after an open letter criticizing FIFA chief Gianni Infantino was issued without prior consultation.
Aug 14, 2026
African Football Leaders Back Infantino Amid Election Pressure
African football leaders rally behind FIFA chief Gianni Infantino as he abandons a revenue‑sharing plan ahead of the March election.
Aug 4, 2026
African football leaders rally behind Infantino
A coalition of African football administrators has publicly backed Gianni Infantino’s bid for re‑election, citing his commitment to continental development and financial stability.
Aug 4, 2026
African football leaders rally behind FIFA chief Gianni Infantino ahead of March election
Key African football administrators have voiced public backing for Gianni Infantino as he seeks re‑election, while the Confederation of African Football maintains a neutral but supportive stance.
Aug 4, 2026
African Backing Fuels Infantino’s Campaign
Gianni Infantino is rallying African football leaders ahead of the March election, having dropped a disputed World Cup revenue proposal while securing public support from key continental figures.
Aug 4, 2026
FIFA Abandons World Cup Private Investment Plan Amid Global Backlash
After intense opposition from member associations, FIFA has scrapped its proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, prompting calls for greater transparency and a re‑imagined governance model.
Aug 1, 2026
Egyptian FA Slams VAR After World Cup Loss to Argentina
Egypt’s 3‑2 defeat to Argentina was marred by disputed VAR calls, leading the Egyptian Football Association to lodge a formal complaint and prompting former players to weigh in on the standard of refereeing.
Jul 8, 2026