Fifa's Infantino faces crisis meeting amid loss of support
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 8:35 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Gianni Infantino is under increasing pressure as Fifa president, with member associations withdrawing their support in response to his failed World Cup privatization scheme. Following intense backlash, including threats from Uefa to boycott Fifa tournaments, Infantino has called a crisis meeting with senior officials today in Morocco. The situation has led to significant leadership challenges within Fifa, including resignations and accusations of deception. With key dates approaching in the coming months, including a possible vote of no confidence, Infantino's presidency could be at risk as football federations seek to reshape governance at Fifa.
- •Infantino called a crisis meeting today in Morocco.
- •Member associations express loss of confidence in his presidency.
- •Uefa threatens to boycott Fifa tournaments over privatization plans.
- •September 23 is the deadline for a possible vote of no confidence.
- •November 18 is the deadline for potential presidential candidates.
- 8:35 AMYahoo Sports — FIFA’s Infantino set for crunch meeting after World Cup selloff crisis
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Key dates to decide Gianni Infantino’s future as Fifa officials summoned to crisis meeting
"Infantino is under intense pressure as footballing bodies turn against the Fifa president in the fallout of his botched World Cup sell-off scheme
"Gianni Infantino under increasing pressure before Wednesday’s FIFA talks after president’s failed World Cup selloff.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 8:35 AMFIFA’s Infantino set for crunch meeting after World Cup selloff crisis
Gianni Infantino under increasing pressure before Wednesday’s FIFA talks after president’s failed World Cup selloff.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 8:05 AMKey dates to decide Gianni Infantino’s future as Fifa officials summoned to crisis meeting
Infantino is under intense pressure as footballing bodies turn against the Fifa president in the fallout of his botched World Cup sell-off scheme
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