KNVB expresses lack of confidence in FIFA President Infantino
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
The Dutch football association, KNVB, publicly stated its loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino on August 1, 2026. This follows Infantino's controversial proposals to allow private investment in World Cup stakes and expand the competition to 62 teams. The KNVB emphasized that Infantino's recent actions, particularly his handling of these proposals, led to a significant breach of trust. After widespread backlash, Infantino has since retracted the plans. The KNVB called for a transparent governance discussion involving all parties in international football.
- •KNVB clearly lacks confidence in Gianni Infantino's leadership.
- •Infantino proposed opening World Cup stakes to private investors.
- •His proposals faced significant criticism and backlash from associations.
- •The KNVB called for transparent governance discussions.
- •Infantino has withdrawn the controversial proposals.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Dutch FA make Gianni Infantino stance clear: “The KNVB no longer has confidence in his leadership”
"The Dutch football association, the KNVB, have made a statement regarding FIFA President Gianni Infantino.After the Swiss made fresh proposals for World Cup stakes to be opened up to private investors...
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