Andy Burnham urges Infantino to resign over World Cup stake plans
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:06 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Andy Burnham has publicly called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign due to his controversial proposals concerning the sale of a stake in the World Cup. This criticism marks a significant political statement, as Burnham is the first major national leader to demand Infantino's resignation amid mounting opposition from key football organizations. Infantino's plans have faced backlash and led to the resignation of a prominent advisor. This situation raises questions about the governance of FIFA and potential impacts on the upcoming World Cup.
- •Andy Burnham calls for Gianni Infantino's resignation.
- •Infantino's plans face backlash from major football bodies.
- •A key advisor resigned in response to the proposals.
- •Burnham is the first national leader to make this demand.
- 1:06 PMThe Guardian Sport — Andy Burnham calls on Infantino to resign over ‘outrageous’ World Cup plans
"UK prime minister is the first head of a major nation to call on the under-pressure Fifa president to step down UK politics live – latest updates Andy Burnham has called on the Fifa president, Gianni Infantino, to resign over his “outrageous” plans to sell a stake in the World Cup. Infantino faces growing pressure over his proposals, which triggered a backlash among major football bodies and prompted the resignation on Friday of a key advisor. Continue reading...
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