FIFA will be forced to defend Infantino through its internal rules process, while UEFA pressure and the failed commercial-rights plan keep the leadership fight alive into the next round of meetings.
This is a governance crisis at the top of world football, with money, legitimacy and tournament politics all colliding. The fallout could shape commercial strategy around future World Cups.
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This is a governance crisis at the top of world football, with money, legitimacy and tournament politics all colliding. The fallout could shape commercial strategy around future World Cups.
Curated summary
FIFA says there is a concerted and ongoing effort to undermine Gianni Infantino after his plan to raise about $4.2 billion by selling World Cup commercial rights collapsed. The backlash has spread across all 55 UEFA nations, prompted a protest resignation by advisor Carlos Cordeiro and triggered calls for Infantino’s exit. FIFA held an emergency summit in Morocco and said any challenge must follow its rules.
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YouTube·JMBDD News EnglishFIFA SUPPORTS GIANNI INFANTINO AMID CRITICISM AND ALLEGATIONS
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YouTube·ABC News (Australia)Gianni Infantino's future as FIFA president in doubt as UEFA threatens lawsuit | ABC NEWS
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YouTube·ESPN FCGianni Infantino thought he was ‘untouchable’ as FIFA President – Julien Laurens | ESPN FC
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YouTube·FRANCE 24 EnglishInfantino's grip on FIFA weakened following investor plan controversy • FRANCE 24 English
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FIFA’s Infantino crisis turns into a governance fight over power and money
After the collapse of a $4.2 billion commercial-rights plan, FIFA says there is a concerted effort to undermine Gianni Infantino.
