Uefa escalates feud with Infantino amid Fifa's investment controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Uefa's lawyers have filed explosive court documents in the U.S. against Fifa president Gianni Infantino, alleging actions amounting to criminal mismanagement related to a canceled investment plan. The plan, purportedly benefiting Infantino, faced sharp criticism for its lack of transparency and competitive valuation. While Fifa received support from the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, Uefa is reportedly preparing for criminal legal proceedings, intensifying the ongoing dispute. Infantino has not responded to Uefa’s latest actions, focusing instead on upcoming tournaments, including the U20 Women's World Cup in Poland.
- •Uefa filed court documents citing Infantino's actions as potentially criminal.
- •Claims against Infantino include fraud and lack of transparency in Fifa's investment plan.
- •Uefa is preparing for possible criminal proceedings against Infantino.
- •Infantino received backing from the Saudi Arabian Football Federation amidst the tensions.
- •The U20 Women's World Cup is set to start next week in Poland.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Division, drama and power - what next for Infantino and Uefa?
- 3:00 PMBBC Sport — Division, drama and power - what next for Infantino and Uefa?
"Explosive court documents reveal the growing bitterness of Uefa's feud with Fifa president Gianni Infantino, Dan Roan reports.
"Explosive court documents reveal the growing bitterness of Uefa's feud with Fifa president Gianni Infantino, Dan Roan reports.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 3:00 PMDivision, drama and power - what next for Infantino and Uefa?
Explosive court documents reveal the growing bitterness of Uefa's feud with Fifa president Gianni Infantino, Dan Roan reports.
- BBC SportAug 28, 2026, 3:00 PMDivision, drama and power - what next for Infantino and Uefa?
Explosive court documents reveal the growing bitterness of Uefa's feud with Fifa president Gianni Infantino, Dan Roan reports.
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