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FIFA President Gianni Infantino's abandoned $4.2 billion proposal to sell World Cup commercial rights has triggered a political rebellion, with three major regional confederations reportedly mobilising to force his removal before March elections.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has abandoned his controversial plan to sell private equity stakes in World Cup revenues after a three-day global revolt led by UEFA and other confederations. The Swiss administrator now faces potential challengers for re-election.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has publicly criticised FIFA President Gianni Infantino, calling him unsuitable to lead the global football governing body as the organisation pushes to monetise competitions through private investor stakes.