Uefa and other federations oppose Infantino's World Cup proposals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:22 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Following the World Cup, FIFA President Gianni Infantino faced backlash for his plans to sell stakes in the World Cup. UEFA, alongside the Asian Football Confederation and Concacaf, has expressed strong opposition, threatening a boycott if his proposals proceed. Infantino's own adviser resigned in protest, indicating a shift in support within FIFA. Current tensions suggest that a voting bloc against Infantino is forming, raising questions about his leadership and future as president.
- •Infantino's proposals have faced rejection from multiple football federations.
- •UEFA and other confederations could form a voting bloc against Infantino.
- •Carlos Cordeiro resigned from FIFA in protest against Infantino's plans.
- •Asian Football Confederation aligns with UEFA's opposition to Infantino.
- •Concacaf also officially rejected Infantino's investment proposals.
- 1:22 PMYahoo Sports — Football has spoken: Gianni Infantino must go
"FIFA IN CRISIS: Fifa’s president operates with arrogance and autonomy – the worldwide rejection of his proposals to sell off stakes in the World Cup has to now stand for as a final rejection of Infantino himself, writes Jamie Braidwood
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