Infantino increasingly embattled after senior adviser resigns over World Cup sell-off plans
Summary
Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, faces growing opposition after a senior adviser, Carlos Cordeiro, resigned in protest against plans to sell a stake in the World Cup. European and Asian football organizations have expressed strong concerns, with some threatening to boycott future FIFA tournaments if the plans move forward.Key Facts
- Carlos Cordeiro resigned as a senior FIFA adviser because he opposed selling part of the World Cup rights.
- Cordeiro said FIFA already has enough money and selling stakes would risk football’s future.
- European Football Associations (UEFA) threatened to boycott FIFA events if the sale happens.
- The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) supports UEFA’s stance and calls for a review of FIFA’s governance.
- Concacaf, representing North and Central America, also opposes the plan.
- Together, UEFA, AFC, and Concacaf represent 143 of FIFA’s 211 member associations, giving them major influence.
- FIFA wants to continue with the consultation process despite opposition.
- Infantino’s position as FIFA president is under pressure for the first time since 2016 due to this issue.
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