Canada’s Carney says he has no confidence in FIFA’s Infantino
Summary
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he no longer trusts FIFA President Gianni Infantino after Infantino's plan to sell shares in the World Cup was dropped due to strong worldwide opposition. Carney criticized Infantino for not consulting key advisers before making the proposal, calling it a major leadership mistake.Key Facts
- Mark Carney said he has no confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
- Infantino proposed selling stakes in the World Cup through a $20 billion private company involving investors like the Kushner family.
- The plan faced strong opposition from European soccer associations, national soccer federations, and senior FIFA advisers.
- Infantino canceled the proposal after backlash, including threats of boycotts by UEFA and other soccer groups.
- Canada co-hosted the 2026 World Cup along with the United States and Mexico.
- British Prime Minister Andy Burnham also criticized Infantino’s leadership.
- Some FIFA members, including Qatar, still support Infantino.
- FIFA’s next presidential election will be in March 2027, with candidate registration closing November 18, 2026.
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