FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces backlash over investment proposal
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:23 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is under scrutiny as major soccer confederations react to his controversial proposal to sell stakes to private investors. UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF have all opposed the plan, and UEFA announced a boycott of FIFA tournaments if it goes forward. Infantino's advisor has resigned amidst the uproar, raising concerns about governance and transparency in FIFA's decision-making. FIFA aims to expedite a process for a 64-team World Cup and has initiated a consultation to clarify its investment strategy before the Sept. 19 deadline.
- •Infantino's proposal aims to improve football development financing.
- •UEFA will boycott all FIFA tournaments if the plan is confirmed.
- •Carlos Cordeiro resigned as Infantino's advisor amid the controversy.
- •AFC and CONCACAF have also expressed opposition to the proposal.
- •FIFA plans a consultation process before the Sept. 19 deadline.
- 4:23 PMCBS Sports — Pressure mounts on FIFA boss Gianni Infantino: AFC and CONCACAF against plan, UEFA boycott, advisor resigns
"The soccer world, for the most part, has been united in its rejection of FIFA president Gianni Infantino's controversial proposed plan
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