Carlos Cordeiro resigns as Infantino adviser over World Cup investment proposal

Carlos Cordeiro, a senior adviser to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, resigned on July 31, 2026, due to his opposition to a proposal for private investment in the World Cup. Cordeiro stated he had no part in the proposal and criticized it as detrimental to FIFA’s Member Associations and the future of football. He raised concerns regarding transparency and governance around the proposed deal. The resignation underscores the divisions within FIFA as the organization considers significant changes to its financial strategies. Cordeiro’s departure could have implications for the ongoing discussions about the World Cup's financial management.

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