Also known as: FIFA President Gianni Infantino · Giani Infantino · the FIFA boss · FIFA supremo Infantino · FIFA president Giani Infantino · FIFA President Infantino · FIFA boss · Mr Infantino · Fifa boss Gianni Infantino · Mr Gianni Infantino · President Gianni Infantino
FIFA president who proposed then abandoned a $4.2 billion private investment plan for the World Cup, facing loss of confidence from UEFA and other confederations.
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The Standard
… FIFA's statement was a rapid response to a story in British newspapers The Times and The Financial Times based on leaks of the plan from two sources.The Times reported that FIFA president Gianni Infantino, 56, stood to profit from the scheme by becoming commissioner of the FFE af …
FIFA's plans to sell Sh540b stake in its tournaments widely criticisedThe Standard
… verning body UEFA said the World Cup was not an "asset to trade" while the Asian Football Confederation said it had not been consulted.EU sports chief Glenn Micallef told FIFA on Wednesday: "Hands off our game." According to The Times on Wednesday, FIFA president Gianni Infantino …
FIFA issues deadline to members over plan to sell Sh517 billion stakeCitizen Digital
Infantino slams World Cup critics for 'spreading hate' By Wycliffe Orandi July 27, 2026 04:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, and Donald Trump, president of the United S …
Infantino slams World Cup critics for 'spreading hate'The Standard
Audio By VocalizeFIFA president Gianni Infantino has hit back at World Cup critics, claiming they were "spreading hate and false rumours" and arguing the tournament delivered "only joy and happiness". …
Infantino slams World Cup critics for 'spreading hate'Citizen Digital
IOC reject complaint against FIFA chief Infantino over 'political neutrality' By AFP July 25, 2026 07:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter S. …
IOC reject complaint against FIFA chief Infantino over 'political neutrality'Citizen Digital
… The NFF have already formally complained over FIFA president Gianni Infantino awarding football's governing body's inaugural Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump, which was widely ridiculed. …
Norway to make formal complaint to FIFA over Balogun red card sagaThe Standard
… Many names are still circulating in UN corridors and the media, notably that of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, whom Trump would reportedly like to see take the helm of the UN, according to the New York Post. …
Six candidates in race to lead UN set for televised debateCitizen Digital
… Cup 2026 - Final - Spain v Argentina - New York/New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. - July 19, 2026 General view of the podium after the trophy ceremony REUTERS/Brian Snyder Audio By Vocalize The first 48-team World Cup has barely finished, but Gianni Infantino …
How a 64-team World Cup could transform soccer's economicsCitizen Digital
CAF chief Motsepe backs Infantino despite criticism By AFP July 22, 2026 09:09 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FIFA president Giani Infantino (L) and CAF president Dr. …
CAF chief Motsepe backs Infantino despite criticismCitizen Digital
La Liga chief says FIFA 'destroying football industry' By AFP July 21, 2026 09:44 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks onstage during a past event. …
La Liga chief says FIFA 'destroying football industry'FIFA President Gianni Infantino held emergency talks with other FIFA directors in Morocco on August 5, 2026, amid criticism over his shelved plan to open the World Cup to private investment, with calls for his resignation growing since he abandoned the proposal.
2 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino held emergency talks with other FIFA directors in Morocco on August 5, 2026, amid criticism over his shelved plan to open the World Cup to private investment, with calls for his resignation growing since he abandoned the proposal.
2 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has lost UEFA's confidence after his plan to allow private investment in the World Cup triggered global backlash and calls for his resignation, despite FIFA withdrawing the proposal. His previously unopposed path to a fourth term in March's election has been significantly weakened.
9 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Arsene Wenger, FIFA's chief of global football development, said the decision to scrap FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a 20 per cent stake in the World Cup to private equity investors was "absolutely necessary and beyond question."
4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has lost the "confidence" of UEFA after his plan to allow private investment in the World Cup was withdrawn following global backlash, marking the first significant threat to his position despite his recent successes with expanded tournaments.
4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's position is threatened for the first time following the failure of a private investor plan, despite his recent successes in expanding the Club World Cup and World Cup and delivering increased revenue to FIFA's 211 member associations.
4 August 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger called the decision to scrap Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a 20 per cent stake in the World Cup to private equity investors "absolutely necessary and beyond question." The plan had drawn widespread criticism and was rejected by three continental confederations, including UEFA which threatened to boycott FIFA competitions.
4 August 2026 · The Standard →
Wales became the first nation to publicly withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino's re-election bid over his failed plan to allow private investment in the World Cup, which he withdrew after a global backlash.
3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a scheme to raise $4.2 billion through private investment after global backlash. A former IOC marketing chief told AFP that Infantino's leadership has become "radioactive" and his reign "is over," with UEFA and CONCACAF among governing bodies expressing loss of confidence in him.
3 August 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has lost the confidence of UEFA after withdrawing a plan to raise up to $4.2 billion through private investment in World Cup and Club World Cup events. A former IOC marketing chief said Infantino's ten-year reign as head of world football is over and his leadership has become "radioactive" following the global backlash.
2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino came under fire from continental governing bodies after withdrawing a plan to allow private investment in the World Cup. UEFA said Infantino had lost their confidence through a "shabby, back room, opaque deal," while CONCACAF called for "a comprehensive reckoning with this presidency" and criticized his "poor governance and leadership."
2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The German FA called for a full investigation into FIFA's withdrawn proposal to allow private investment in the World Cup, demanding transparency and a "fundamental cultural change" at FIFA after the plan faced global backlash and was scrapped on Saturday.
2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a proposed plan to allow private investment in the World Cup following widespread opposition, including from UEFA and other football stakeholders. The plan, which would have retained FIFA's majority share in a new entity while raising $4.2 billion, sparked a furious global backlash within days of being made public.
1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA is considering expanding the World Cup from 48 to 64 teams for the 2030 edition and plans to appoint an independent agency to assess the impact of this expansion on the tournament.
1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. President Donald Trump said he did not speak with FIFA President Gianni Infantino about FIFA's plan to create a $20 billion subsidiary and offer stakes of up to 20% to external investors. A vehicle founded by Joshua Kushner, brother of Trump's son-in-law, is expected to lead the proposed investor group.
1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced the organization has abandoned a proposal to allow private investment in the World Cup following fierce opposition from football officials globally. The plan, floated on Tuesday, would have created a commercial subsidiary valued at $20 billion that could raise up to $4.2 billion.
1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Friday that Gianni Infantino was "the wrong man" to lead FIFA following the launch of a controversial plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors, calling the proposal "an outrageous suggestion."
1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino vowed to proceed with consultation on a proposed private investment plan for the World Cup despite opposition from the Asian Football Confederation, UEFA, and CONCACAF. Senior advisor Carlos Cordeiro resigned in protest, stating he "cannot stand by while FIFA considers selling a stake in the World Cup."
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA plans to create FIFA Forward Enterprise, a subsidiary bundling its money-making activities (broadcast rights, sponsorship, ticketing, licensing, event delivery) valued at around $20 billion, and would sell up to 20% stakes to outside investors while retaining majority control.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA said Friday it will proceed with stakeholder consultation on a proposed private investment plan, dismissing what it called "incorrect media reports." UEFA responded by threatening to boycott the World Cup if FIFA presses ahead, stating that no UEFA national teams will participate in FIFA competitions while the private ownership proposals remain.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UEFA said Thursday it would boycott the World Cup if FIFA proceeds with private investor proposals, stating that no UEFA national teams will participate in any FIFA competition unless the proposal is abandoned and FIFA gives binding assurances it will never open governance or competitions to private ownership.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA has proposed selling a private stake in the World Cup, triggering escalating conflict within the global football community just 24 hours after the announcement.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA said on Friday it would continue consulting member associations on a proposed private investment plan for World Cup operations, even as UEFA pledged to boycott the World Cup and CONCACAF's 41 member associations rejected the proposal. FIFA's plan could raise up to $4.2 billion based on a $20 billion valuation of its commercial subsidiary FFE.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's senior advisor Carlos Cordeiro resigned, opposing the organization's proposed private investment plan involving World Cup stakes. The Asian Football Confederation joined UEFA and CONCACAF in condemning the plan, noting that a World Cup boycott has entered public discourse.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended a proposal to create a private subsidiary to commercialize the World Cup, characterizing it as "an opportunity but not an obligation" and arguing it would direct more football's commercial value to parts of the game that need it most.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Confederation of African Football has called on its members to review FIFA's plan to sell stakes in major competitions including the World Cup through a new commercial subsidiary. FIFA aims to raise up to $4.2 billion by allowing private investors to acquire minority stakes in the entity.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has criticised FIFA's plan to create a $20 billion subsidiary to run the World Cup, saying the tournament is not a commercial asset and warning that turning FIFA into a profit-oriented structure would cause it to lose its soul.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA's proposals to sell stakes in major competitions and create a commercial subsidiary have drawn criticism from UEFA, but football finance experts say smaller member associations could be attracted by significant funding gains, including a potential initial windfall of $20 million each.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA has told member associations they will each receive $40 million if they back a plan to sell stakes in major competitions including the World Cup, with a September 19 deadline. The proposal has drawn criticism from UEFA and other bodies over commercializing major football events.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
CONCACAF followed UEFA in criticising FIFA's plans to sell a minority stake in its competitions, including the World Cup, through a semi-private subsidiary. FIFA said Tuesday it would retain a majority share in FIFA Forward Enterprise but hoped to raise $4.2 billion by selling minority, non-controlling interests to selected long-term investors.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA announced plans to raise $4.2 billion by selling minority stakes in FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), a semi-private subsidiary that will control its World Cup and other competitions business operations, while retaining a majority share itself.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →