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/ 48 days ago

UEFA declares no confidence in Gianni Infantino: ‘The task of rebuilding trust in FIFA has only just begun’

UEFA backed Gianni Infantino's decision to walk back the plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, but noted that confidence in FIFA has been lost.
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/ 48 days ago

FIFA announces final verdict on polemical World Cup sale proposal as UEFA turns on Gianni Infantino

The entire soccer landscape watched closely as tensions escalated between FIFA and several continental confederations over the future direction of the sport.
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/ 49 days ago

Gianni Infantino takes first major step toward another World Cup expansion as FIFA sets crucial decision timeline

The proposal has emerged at a time when world soccer is already dealing with controversy over FIFA's commercial plans, leaving the future shape of the sport's biggest tournament under intense scrutiny.
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/ 49 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s key FIFA advisor Carlos Cordeiro resigns amid UEFA conflict with bold farewell letter

Amid the controversy over Gianni Infantino's proposed plan, FIFA advisor Carlos Cordeiro announced his resignation with a strong message.
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/ 49 days ago

Gianni Infantino faces potential 2027 FIFA election rival in Nasser Al-Khelaifi as PSG owner’s stance emerges

As tensions over FIFA's controversial commercial plans intensify, speculation surrounding the next FIFA election has gathered momentum.
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/ 49 days ago

Gianni Infantino faces new storm as 2030 World Cup co-hosts Spain and Portugal threaten shock decision after FIFA controversy

As tensions continue to rise between FIFA and UEFA, Spain and Portugal have become central figures in a dispute that could reshape the future of international soccer, although the full implications remain unclear.
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/ 49 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s World Cup plan receives crucial update amid boycott fears as FIFA insists ‘nobody is selling football’

As the dust settles following the 2026 World Cup, the governing body has now provided a significant update, despite mounting criticism and fears that future tournaments could be affected.
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/ 50 days ago

FIFPRO proposes meeting with FIFA, UEFA and CONMEBOL to debate Gianni Infantino’s proposal

FIFPRO president Sergio Marchi proposed a meeting to debate the FIFA Forward Enterprise plan, put forward by Gianni Infantino.
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/ 50 days ago

U.S. Soccer, CONCACAF join UEFA in opposing Gianni Infantino’s World Cup investment plan, costing him up to 90 votes

The U.S. Soccer and CONCACAF have joined UEFA as the Confederations opposing to Gianni Infantino's invevstment plans for the World Cup, with the FIFA president losing up to 90 votes in his initiative.
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/ 50 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s controversial FIFA proposal triggers historic UEFA response to possible World Cup boycott from all 55 members

What began as a plan designed to reshape the governing body's financial future has rapidly evolved into a crisis that could alter the landscape of international soccer for years to come.
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/ 50 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s World Cup sale plan sparks global revolt beyond UEFA as CONCACAF and AFC make their positions known

As FIFA pushes forward with an ambitious commercial restructuring ahead of future World Cups, influential voices from across the global game are questioning both the process and the long-term consequences, creating uncertainty over one of soccer's most valuable competitions.
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/ 51 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s World Cup sale plan finds first ally as unexpected European country publicly backs FIFA in major UEFA blow

While UEFA continues to rally opposition, FIFA has now received public backing from an unexpected corner of Europe, dealing an early setback to efforts aimed at presenting a united front against the governing body’s plans.
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/ 51 days ago

UEFA escalates conflict with FIFA with blunt message after learning of Gianni Infantino’s new World Cup plan deadline

The dispute has intensified rapidly, with UEFA responding forcefully as tensions between soccer’s two most influential governing bodies continue to grow over the future direction of the global game.
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/ 52 days ago

Gianni Infantino faces historic rebellion as 55 nations prepare major response to FIFA’s potential plan to sell World Cup shares

While the proposal has been presented as a way to generate billions in new revenue for soccer, it has also triggered concerns about the sport's governance, leaving the future of the World Cup at the center of an escalating dispute.
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UEFA issues scathing response to Infantino and FIFA’s reported plan to sell World Cup stakes: ‘None of us are the owners of football’

After reports revealed the idea of FIFA and Gianni Infantino to sell World Cup stakes to private capitals, UEFA delivered a scathing response: "None of us are the owners of football."