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Lib Dems call for FA and Uefa to exit Fifa amid controversies

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Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Lib Dems call for FA and Uefa to exit Fifa amid controversies
Summary

The Liberal Democrats, led by Sir Ed Davey, are urging the English Football Association and Uefa to withdraw from Fifa, citing concerns over the integrity of the sport. The call comes following Fifa's decision to overturn a match ban for an American player after intervention by US President Donald Trump. Tensions between Fifa and Uefa have heightened, particularly regarding the handling of ticket pricing, which Fifa defends as comparable to other US sporting events. The party argues that Fifa is beyond reform and demands a new governing body focused on transparency and fan interests.

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  • •Liberal Democrats accuse Fifa of destroying football's integrity.
  • •Sir Ed Davey calls for a coordinated exit from Fifa.
  • •Uefa criticized Fifa's decision on the match ban as unjustifiable.
  • •Ticket prices for World Cup matches called astronomical by many.
  • •Infantino's leadership faces ongoing scrutiny and calls for reform.
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  • 5:02 AMYahoo Sports — Lib Dems urge FA and Uefa to withdraw from Fifa
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Sir Ed Davey says Gianni Infantino and world football's governing body is "destroying the integrity of the beautiful game".

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