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FIFA officials resign as Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan faces backlash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:23 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

FIFA officials resign as Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan faces backlash

Summary

Two senior FIFA officials criticized Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a stake in the World Cup, leading to one resignation. Carlos Cordeiro, stepping down as an advisor, called the proposal a 'bad deal for football.' FIFA's chief operating officer, Kevin Lamour, stated that staff were deceived by Infantino's lack of transparency. Infantino's scheme involves a $20 billion subsidiary that would allow private investors to own 20% of FIFA's commercial operations. Cordeiro urged fellow FIFA members to reject this proposal due to the organization's strong financial position.

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By the Numbers

•Gianni Infantino proposed a $20 billion subsidiary for FIFA's commercial businesses.
•Carlos Cordeiro resigned in protest against the sell-off plan.
•Kevin Lamour criticized Infantino for lack of staff transparency.
•Cordeiro called the proposal a bad deal for football's future.
•Deadline for FIFA presidential challengers is set for Nov. 18.

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3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Senior FIFA Official Says Staff Were ‘Deceived’ By Infantino's World Cup Sell-Off Plan

What they're saying

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“It is the project of one person,” said FIFA’s chief operating officer Kevin Lamour, a long-time colleague of Infantino at both FIFA and UEFA.
— Yahoo Sports

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