#Gianni Infantino
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SportsCAF Chief Patrice Motsepe Hints Africa Cup of Nations May Remain Biennial
CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced that the organization is reconsidering its plans to switch the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle, keeping open the possibility of a biennial event.
SportsUEFA Sets Criteria for FIFA Presidential Challenger to Oust Gianni Infantino
UEFA has outlined its criteria for a presidential candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino, aiming to introduce new leadership at FIFA ahead of the upcoming election.
SportsEuropean Football Leaders Rally in Berlin to Formulate Strategy Against FIFA President Gianni Infantino
European football leaders are meeting in Berlin to strategize against FIFA President Gianni Infantino and find a candidate to challenge him in the upcoming election.
SportsNorway Files Formal Complaints Against FIFA President Gianni Infantino Over Alleged Abuse of Power
The Norwegian Football Federation has filed formal complaints against FIFA President Gianni Infantino over alleged abuses of power, conflicts of interest, and ties to US President Donald Trump.
SportsSwiss Football Association Drops Support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino Ahead of Election
The Swiss Football Association has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's upcoming FIFA presidential bid following controversy over private investment proposals.
SportsUEFA President Aleksander Ceferin Delivers Scathing Critique of FIFA Chief Gianni Infantino Over Shelved Commercial Plan
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin sharply criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino at a recent assembly in Copenhagen, condemning his failed commercial rights plan and accusing leadership of misusing terms like development and consultation.
SportsFIFA Accuses UEFA of 'Misinformation Campaign' Amid Escalating Governance Dispute and Presidency Race
FIFA has accused UEFA of launching a misinformation campaign and trying to influence its upcoming presidential election through a US legal challenge regarding a controversial World Cup commercial rights proposal.
SportsFIFA President Gianni Infantino Considers Member Funding as March Election Approaches Amid Mounting Opposition
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is considering distributing millions to member associations as he faces growing opposition and seeks re-election in March.
SportsPremier League and European Counterparts Demand FIFA Governance Overhaul Following Controversial World Cup Plan
The Premier League and leading European football leagues have demanded governance reform at FIFA following Gianni Infantino's controversial and abandoned plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.
SportsUEFA President Aleksander Ceferin Warns FIFA Trust Remains Broken After Investment Controversy
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin stated that trust in global football remains broken following the collapse of FIFA's controversial private investment plan.
SportsUEFA and CONCACAF Challenge FIFA Finances, Demanding $10m Payout for Members
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin and CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani have demanded an independent review of FIFA's record reserves and proposed a $2.1bn payout to member associations.
SportsGerman FA Vice President Hans-Joachim Watzke Demands Immediate Exit of FIFA President Gianni Infantino
German Football Association vice president Hans-Joachim Watzke has strongly demanded the departure of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, citing major controversies involving Donald Trump and opaque governance.
SportsEnglish FA Chair Debbie Hewitt Demands Transparency from FIFA President Gianni Infantino Over Aborted World Cup Sell-Off
English FA chair Debbie Hewitt has urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to release documents regarding an aborted World Cup private investment plan and the suspension of a player ban.
SportsFrench Football Federation Pulls Support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino Ahead of Election
The French Football Federation has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's upcoming re-election bid, citing a broken trust following his controversial and abandoned private investment plans.
SportsEuropean Leagues Expand Legal Battle Against FIFA Over Women's Match Calendar
The European Leagues umbrella group has expanded its legal complaint with the European Commission to include FIFA's alleged abusive conduct toward the women's football calendar in Europe.
SportsBelgium Withdraws Support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino Following Controversial World Cup Decisions
Belgium's football federation has withdrawn its support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, citing a controversial World Cup red card reversal for USA player Folarin Balogun and opaque private investment plans.
SportsEmbattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino Confirms Plans to Run for Re-election Amid Mounting Scrutiny
Despite facing mounting criticism, legal threats from UEFA, and waning support, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed he will run for re-election in 2027.
SportsFIFA President Gianni Infantino Dodges Questions on Leadership Future Amid World Cup Sell-Off Backlash
FIFA President Gianni Infantino avoided questions regarding his future and potential re-election during an appearance in Poland, following the collapse of his controversial World Cup investment plan.
SportsFIFA Fights Back Against UEFA 'Smear Campaign' Over Blocked World Cup Investor Plan
FIFA has accused UEFA of a smear campaign after European football's governing body asked US judges to force the disclosure of documents related to a controversial World Cup investor plan.
SportsSamuel Eto'o Urges African Football Federations to Back FIFA President Gianni Infantino
Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto’o has urged African football leaders to support Gianni Infantino, highlighting the FIFA president's role in developing the continent's associations and expanding World Cup access.
SportsJoshua Kushner Regrets Involving Thrive Capital in FIFA World Cup Commercial Plan Amid Bitter Power Struggles
United States businessman Joshua Kushner has expressed regret over Thrive Capital's involvement in FIFA's controversial plan to sell World Cup commercial stakes, citing unexpected political power struggles in global football.
SportsFormer UEFA Chief Michel Platini Demands Resignation of FIFA President Gianni Infantino Amid Growing Scandals
Former UEFA president Michel Platini has called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to step down, citing rule violations, commercial overreaches, and ongoing controversies surrounding the governing body.
SportsFIFA President Gianni Infantino Faces Growing Opposition and Election Challenges
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing growing opposition and potential challengers ahead of the upcoming March 2027 election following a series of controversial decisions.
SportsUEFA Prepares Criminal Case Against FIFA President Gianni Infantino Over World Cup Sell-Off Plan
UEFA is preparing criminal proceedings against FIFA president Gianni Infantino over a secretive and controversial plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors.