Gianni Infantino marks 10 years as Fifa president amid challenges
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 7:31 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Gianni Infantino celebrated a decade as Fifa president on February 26, 2026. His presidency has seen attempts to reform Fifa, which was mired in corruption scandals. While Fifa's finances appear robust with anticipated record revenues of $13 billion in the current cycle, Infantino faces criticism over proposed private investment in competitions. Clashes with players' unions and European football have further complicated his position as he navigates continued scrutiny over Fifa's direction.
- •Infantino took office amid significant corruption issues in Fifa.
- •Fifa expects record revenues of $13 billion for the cycle ending this year.
- •Proposals to sell stakes in competitions have drawn widespread backlash.
- •Infantino has clashed with unions and European football leaders.
- •His election was narrowly secured against Sheikh Salman and others.
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"Gianni Infantino has clashed with unions and European football, but after 10 years as Fifa president he remains in a powerful position.
"Gianni Infantino has clashed with unions and European football, but after 10 years as Fifa president he remains in a powerful position.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 7:31 AMCourting controversy and befriending Trump - who is Fifa boss Infantino?
Gianni Infantino has clashed with unions and European football, but after 10 years as Fifa president he remains in a powerful position.
- BBC SportJul 31, 2026, 7:25 AMCourting controversy and befriending Trump - who is Fifa boss Infantino?
Gianni Infantino has clashed with unions and European football, but after 10 years as Fifa president he remains in a powerful position.
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