Fifa Governance Crisis Over Infantino's Competition Sales Plan

19 UPDATES · 37 DAYS · 1 AUG 2026 — 6 SEPT 2026

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Latest · 6 Sept 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced his intention to seek re-election in 2027 despite facing criticism and legal challenges.

What this timeline covers

This event covers Uefa's criticism of Gianni Infantino's leadership at Fifa, including reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to the accusation of opaque dealings and lack of transparency. It excludes other actions by Uefa, Fifa, or Infantino unless they are direct developments of this specific occurrence of criticism and response.

The full story, from the beginning

1Aug

STORY BEGINS — BBC

Uefa Scolds Infantino: Criticizes Opaque Deals, Failed Transparency

2Aug

BBC

Gianni Infantino's attempt to sell stakes in Fifa competitions led to a loss of confidence from key allies and sparked discussions about his potential removal.

3Aug

Al Jazeera

The Football Association of Wales became the first federation to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA President after his plan to sell World Cup commercial rights failed.

5Aug

BBC

Despite criticism of his proposal and the admission of mistakes by FIFA, Gianni Infantino retained his position as FIFA president.

6Aug

Al Jazeera

FIFA pledged unwavering support for President Gianni Infantino following the abandonment of a controversial World Cup commercial rights plan.

7Aug

BBC

Despite Fifa's acknowledgment of mistakes, Uefa remains unsatisfied with Infantino's actions and continues to oppose him.

Al Jazeera

FIFA President Gianni Infantino gained support from Argentina, Mexico, and Africa, deepening the organization's divisions.

8Aug

Al Jazeera

FIFA President Gianni Infantino received support from South American football leaders during his visit to Colombia for the inauguration of President Abelardo de la Espriella.

9Aug

Al Jazeera

FIFA condemns a coordinated effort to undermine President Infantino, while defending his leadership amidst calls for his resignation.

11Aug

Al Jazeera

Despite criticism, FIFA president Gianni Infantino remains in his position following a withdrawal of a private investment plan due to backlash from UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC.

14Aug

Al Jazeera

New Zealand, the only Oceania nation in the World Cup, withdrew its support for Gianni Infantino's re-election bid due to a controversial commercial rights stake sale plan.

17Aug

Al Jazeera

FairSquare has filed a complaint with FIFA, challenging the interpretation of Infantino's term limits.

18Aug

Al Jazeera

Kevin Lamour resigned from FIFA on August 17, 2026, following his criticism of Gianni Infantino's plan to sell World Cup commercial rights.

20Aug

Al Jazeera

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces a no-confidence vote from UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF due to their opposition to his proposal to sell private investors a stake in FIFA events.

23Aug

Al Jazeera

Gianni Infantino defied FIFA vice president Victor Montagliani by attending a Caribbean Football Union youth tournament in Punta Cana.

24Aug

Al Jazeera

Ceferin, UEFA head, warns Infantino, FIFA president, to resign or face challenge at March FIFA Congress, criticizing his plan for private investment.

27Aug

Al Jazeera

Italy's football federation withdrew its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino due to concerns about governance and competition development.

30Aug

Al Jazeera

The KNVB, a founding member of FIFA, called for a summit to discuss overhauling FIFA and replacing President Gianni Infantino by 2027.

6Sept

LATEST UPDATE — Al Jazeera

FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced his intention to seek re-election in 2027 despite facing criticism and legal challenges.

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