Gianni Infantino faces European boycott threat amid FIFA leadership crisis

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is enduring unprecedented backlash over his controversial FFE plan, retaining his position despite increasing scrutiny. UEFA has intensified calls for a boycott of FIFA competitions, raising questions about Infantino's leadership amid internal and external pressures. More than 200 national associations expressed support for his reelection earlier this summer, but divisions remain evident across confederations, with notable criticisms from CONCACAF and AFC. The upcoming election will test his ability to rally support amid this tumultuous.

• 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Gianni Infantino is in a mire of his own making. With the threat of a European boycott, can he ride out the storm?