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Gianni Infantino confirms a call from Donald Trump about the red card incident involving Folarin Balogun but emphasizes FIFA's judicial independence.
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Following criticism over an aborted commercial rights proposal, FIFA's leadership backs President Infantino while promising a review and apology to member associations.
ABC Australia News | Aug 5, 2026, 11:29 PM
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At a crisis meeting in Morocco, FIFA's senior officials expressed unanimous backing for their president amid ongoing challenges.
CNA Latest News | Aug 5, 2026, 9:48 PM
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Infantino convenes top FIFA officials in Morocco following backlash over failed plan to sell World Cup commercial rights, with UEFA and other confederations challenging his leadership.
Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 9:18 AM
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Following a controversial plan to sell World Cup profits to private investors, UEFA has declared no confidence in FIFA's leadership, intensifying calls for accountability within global football governance.
Africanews | Aug 3, 2026, 5:51 AM
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Carlos Cordeiro steps down in protest against FIFA's proposal to seek private investment in World Cups, calling it detrimental to football's future.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:19 AM
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FIFA reaffirms support for President Gianni Infantino after a controversial commercial rights proposal collapses, despite threats from major football confederations.
Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 11:46 PM
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Jordan Football Association President Ali bin Hussein publicly accuses FIFA President Gianni Infantino of blackmail, amid fallout from a failed World Cup stake selloff proposal.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 5:46 PM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces growing opposition after abandoning a controversial plan to sell a stake in the World Cup, with major European football associations withdrawing support ahead of upcoming elections.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 4:10 PM
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FIFA rejects claims that President Gianni Infantino attempted to gain backing from Donald Trump’s administration following the collapse of a major World Cup commercial rights deal.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 3:02 PM
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Gianni Infantino encounters internal and external criticism after withdrawing a controversial proposal to open the World Cup to private investment, with key FIFA allies distancing themselves.
France 24 English | Aug 4, 2026, 2:46 PM
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UEFA considers legal action against FIFA president Gianni Infantino following a withdrawn plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to American private equity, sparking leadership challenges.
France 24 English | Aug 3, 2026, 12:59 PM
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After Gianni Infantino's attempt to privatize World Cup commercial rights sparked widespread backlash, UEFA and other football bodies have expressed no confidence in his leadership, threatening his decade-long presidency.
France 24 English | Aug 1, 2026, 2:31 PM
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UEFA, the main opponent of FIFA's recent plan, expresses loss of confidence in Gianni Infantino-led FIFA despite the organization's decision to stand down.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 11:43 AM
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European football's governing body criticizes Fifa president Gianni Infantino for failing to deliver on transparency promises and welcomes the withdrawal of a contentious investment proposal.
BBC World | Aug 1, 2026, 11:11 AM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces isolation and backlash after his plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights to private investors was abandoned following a boycott by UEFA.
CNA Latest News | Aug 1, 2026, 10:31 AM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino cancels controversial plan to sell stakes in World Cup events after widespread opposition from football bodies including the Asian Football Confederation and UEFA.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 8:16 AM
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Following widespread opposition from football confederations and officials, Fifa president Gianni Infantino has scrapped the proposal to privatize stakes in major Fifa tournaments.
BBC World | Aug 1, 2026, 6:33 AM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino's announcement to sell World Cup rights to private equity investors, including Josh Kushner, sparks global backlash.
CBS Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 4:29 PM
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The AFC expresses deep concern over FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors and calls for urgent governance reforms.
Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 9:55 AM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino unveiled a $28.7 billion plan to create a commercial subsidiary granting investors control over major tournaments, including the World Cup, sparking concern from football confederations worldwide.
ABC Australia News | Jul 30, 2026, 7:00 AM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino urges member federations to decide on a private equity plan involving Joshua Kushner, amid widespread criticism from international soccer bodies.
ABC Australia News | Jul 29, 2026, 9:27 PM
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Gianni Infantino defends the 2026 World Cup as a celebration of unity and joy amid criticism over visa restrictions and disciplinary decisions.
Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 10:32 AM
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US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino faced boos from parts of the crowd as they presented the World Cup trophy to Spain captain Rodri after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final held near New York.
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