European soccer leagues call for FIFA reform amid Infantino crisis meeting
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:03 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
European soccer leagues urged governance reform of FIFA on August 5 during a meeting in Rabat, Morocco. They criticized Gianni Infantino's controversial proposal to sell World Cup stakes, calling it "dangerous" and highlighting flaws in FIFA's decision-making. The European Leagues also expressed concerns over potential World Cup expansion and stated it would reject any new competitions until reforms are implemented. Infantino’s presidency faces increased scrutiny leading up to elections in March, with UEFA having lost confidence in FIFA's leadership, contributing to the mounting pressure.
- •European Leagues demand FIFA governance reform in Rabat meeting.
- •Infantino's proposal to sell World Cup stakes faces backlash.
- •Concerns raised about World Cup expansion and FIFA's governance.
- •UEFA's lack of confidence could influence future elections.
- •Meeting marks a critical moment for FIFA's leadership and direction.
- 2:03 PMYahoo Sports — European soccer leagues add to pressure on FIFA president Gianni Infantino amid 'crisis' meeting
"The association of European soccer leagues called for governance reform of FIFA on Wednesday, adding to the mounting pressure on president Gianni Infantino following his failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. On the day that Infantino reportedly held a meeting with senior staff in Rabat, Morocco, European Leagues, which includes top competitions like the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A, described the proposal as “dangerous” and said it pointed to deeper concerns about how world soccer's governing body operates.
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