Gianni Infantino
UEFA says FIFA boycott still in place despite end of private investment plan
UEFA has refused to lift its threatened boycott of FIFA competitions despite Gianni Infantino scrapping a controversial $20 billion private equity plan.
FIFA apologises to members over failed rights sale and backs Infantino
FIFA has issued a formal apology to national associations for missteps regarding a scrapped commercial rights proposal, even as senior management rallied behind President Gianni Infantino.
Welsh FA withdraws support for Infantino's FIFA re-election bid: statement
The Football Association of Wales has become the first FIFA member to withdraw its endorsement of Gianni Infantino following a controversial commercial proposal.
Uefa accuses Fifa of ‘enriching themselves and their friends’ over World Cup sell-off
UEFA has sharply criticized Gianni Infantino's push to commercialize the World Cup through private investment, warning it threatens the sport.
The flight hours and miles of World Cup travels of FIFA's Infantino in numbers
An analysis of flight logs shows that FIFA President Gianni Infantino traveled nearly 60,000 miles during the 2026 World Cup using a private jet. The findings highlight the tournament's logistical intensity and associated criticism regarding its environmental footprint.
FIFA dismisses Belgium appeal against Folarin Balogun eligibility ruling
FIFA dismissed the Belgian federation's legal challenge over Folarin Balogun's eligibility, upholding a controversial decision to waive his suspension.
Folarin Balogun red card suspension lifted by FIFA following Trump call
Folarin Balogun can compete against Belgium after FIFA deferred his suspension following communications from President Donald Trump. The decision has drawn criticism from UEFA and the Royal Belgian Football Association.