UEFA President Ceferin criticizes Infantino's FIFA investment proposal

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UEFA President Ceferin criticizes Infantino's FIFA investment proposal
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UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has condemned FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell stakes in FIFA competitions to private investors, calling the plan 'dead.' Ceferin noted that the proposal generated widespread global outrage, prompting UEFA and several other confederations to threaten a boycott of FIFA events. He believes this issue is more damaging than the failed European Super League plan, stressing the sport's integrity. Infantino has faced increasing scrutiny, including concerns over his connections to political figures. While discussions about a successor for Infantino are underway, Ceferin has stated he will not run for the position.

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  • Ceferin declared Infantino's investment plan 'dead'
  • UEFA and others threatened to boycott FIFA events
  • Ceferin compares the plan to the failed Super League
  • Concerns arise over Infantino's political ties
  • Ceferin opts out of running for FIFA president
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UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has spoken out against FIFA boss Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investment firms, declaring the plan 'dead'

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