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FIFA supports Infantino amid crisis over World Cup rights plan

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Last updated Aug 5, 2026

FIFA supports Infantino amid crisis over World Cup rights plan
Summary

FIFA leadership expressed full backing for President Gianni Infantino following a leadership crisis prompted by a failed proposal to sell commercial rights for the World Cup. Pressure from UEFA, AFC, and Concacaf led to Infantino abandoning the plan, with FIFA acknowledging mistakes were made. A crisis meeting in Rabat, Morocco, resulted in a statement reaffirming support and outlining plans for a review and report. Meanwhile, Infantino’s senior adviser resigned, and UEFA has threatened drastic actions if Infantino does not resign before the congress meeting in March.

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  • •FIFA held a crisis meeting in Rabat to address leadership issues.
  • •Infantino's proposal was aimed at raising $4.2 billion but was withdrawn.
  • •UEFA and other confederations expressed lack of confidence in Infantino.
  • •Several federations support Infantino, including Qatar and African nations.
  • •Further reviews and an apology to member associations are planned.
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  • 10:59 PMYahoo Sports — FIFA pledges to defend Infantino after World Cup rights plan collapses
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Infantino has faced leadership crisis as UEFA, AFC and Concacaf threaten drastic actions over commercial rights plan.

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