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A difficult stretch: The future of Gianni Infantino and Fifa
Gianni Infantino faces intense scrutiny and calls for his resignation after a controversial attempt to sell Fifa competition stakes, sparking a potential power struggle within global football governance.
UEFA Turns Against Infantino After FIFA Abandons Private Funding Scheme
Gianni Infantino has canceled a $20 billion private investment plan for FIFA following heavy criticism from UEFA and other confederations, leading to a significant loss of confidence in his leadership.
A Decade of Division and Growth: The Presidency of Gianni Infantino at Fifa
Marking ten years at the helm of Fifa, Gianni Infantino has overseen massive financial growth and tournament expansion while navigating intense controversy and strained relationships with European football stakeholders.
Is Gianni Infantino’s Fifa Presidency at Risk, and Who Could Succeed Him?
Fifa president Gianni Infantino faces mounting pressure and criticism from major football confederations, sparking speculation about his future and potential successors.
Uefa Challenges Fifa Over Controversial World Cup Funding Strategy
Uefa has threatened to boycott all Fifa competitions if president Gianni Infantino proceeds with a controversial plan to sell a 20% stake in the organization's tournament subsidiary to private investors.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe Endorses Gianni Infantino Amidst FIFA Criticism
CAF leader Patrice Motsepe has publicly defended FIFA president Gianni Infantino, praising his contributions to African football despite mounting criticism from European counterparts.
Calls for Gianni Infantino to step down following Spain’s 2026 World Cup victory spark debate
Following Spain's 2026 World Cup win, LaLiga President Javier Tebas has called for FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to resign, citing poor tournament management and sparking widespread public debate.
A Lone African Voice Challenges FIFA Leadership
Former Chadian football official Adjib Koulamallah breaks the silence of African leadership to critique FIFA President Gianni Infantino's governance, alleging a culture of financial dependency and political inconsistency.
Liberal Democrats demand English FA and Uefa quit Fifa
The Liberal Democrats are calling on the English FA and Uefa to abandon Fifa, citing concerns over corporate greed and the erosion of the sport's integrity.
Concerns mount that Nigeria may fail to qualify for the next World Cup
Stakeholders and football legends are demanding a total overhaul of the Nigeria Football Federation, warning that continued administrative incompetence could result in the Super Eagles missing the 2030 World Cup.