Tebas calls for Infantino's resignation over World Cup stake proposal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 7:48 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Javier Tebas, president of La Liga, has publicly called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign. This follows widespread criticism of Infantino's proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup, which has drawn opposition from UEFA. Increasingly, prominent figures in European football are voicing their dissent against Infantino's leadership. The situation continues to develop as the football community reacts to the controversial proposal.
- •Tebas's call for Infantino's resignation marks a notable escalation in the dispute.
- •Infantino's proposal to sell World Cup stakes has faced strong backlash from UEFA.
- •The controversy has prompted other key voices in European football to express concerns.
- •Tebas's statement adds to the growing dissatisfaction with Infantino among football leaders.
- 7:48 PMYahoo Sports — 😱 Tebas takes centre stage: Infantino must stop leading FIFA
"Without a doubt, the talk of the entire week has been Gianni Infantino’s controversial proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup. The first body to stand up against it was UEFA, and today Javier Teb...
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