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Italy's football federation has withdrawn backing for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's anticipated reelection campaign, citing governance concerns. The move adds to mounting pressure from UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF.
Football's governing bodies face a credibility crisis after FIFA overturned Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card following political intervention, raising questions about the sport's integrity.
The Confederation of African Football's president has defended the democratic electoral process, arguing that FIFA's 211 member associations should determine whether Gianni Infantino continues as the organisation's leader at next year's congress in Rabat.
Leading African football administrators have publicly endorsed FIFA President Gianni Infantino as he seeks re-election, offering crucial support after continental rivals abandoned him over a controversial World Cup revenue plan.
Wales FA has rescinded its support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino's re-election following his failed attempt to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, joining growing international opposition.
UEFA has formally notified FIFA President Gianni Infantino of its intention to pursue legal action over a failed attempt to sell the organisation's commercial rights to private investors, demanding immediate preservation of all related documents.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has declared FIFA President Gianni Infantino unsuitable for his position, criticising the football governing body's plan to sell stakes in major competitions to private investors.
FIFA is establishing a new subsidiary to raise US$4.2 billion from private investors, offering them minority stakes in commercial operations including the World Cup. The move aims to distribute over US$10 billion to member federations.
FIFA has launched a formal investigation into Argentina's conduct during the World Cup final loss to Spain, focusing on post-match altercations and potential violations of the disciplinary code.