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FIFPRO criticizes FIFA's leadership over World Cup sale plans apology

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:11 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

FIFPRO criticizes FIFA's leadership over World Cup sale plans apology

Summary

FIFPRO has expressed strong dissatisfaction following FIFA's apology regarding plans to sell stakes in the World Cup. This comes after a crisis meeting in Morocco, where FIFA President Gianni Infantino faced backlash over the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) initiative. FIFPRO labeled the failed plans a serious governance failure and indicated that FIFA's response did not adequately address concerns raised. The organization has issued a demand for significant reforms to prevent similar situations in the future. UEFA previously stated it would not participate in FIFA tournaments unless assurances are made that such plans will not be repeated.

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By the Numbers

•FIFPRO criticized FIFA's recent apology regarding World Cup sale plans.
•UEFA also expressed lack of confidence in Infantino's presidency.
•FIFA's FFE plans faced widespread denunciation from global soccer bodies.
•FIFPRO outlined demands for reform to ensure better governance.
•Calls for leadership 'worthy of trust' highlight ongoing governance issues.

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7:11 PMYahoo Sports — FIFPRO call for 'leadership worthy of trust' after Gianni Infantino's World Cup sale plans apology

What they're saying

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FIFPRO have followed in UEFA's footsteps in calling for further action from FIFA after their crisis meeting in Morocco concluded with a thoroughly underwhelming apology letter
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