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Uefa says it has lost confidence in Fifa leadership

Uefa says it has lost confidence in Gianni Infantino’s leadership of Fifa after a controversial investment plan was abandoned, BBC News repo...

01 Aug 2026

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Gianni Infantino faces scrutiny after World Cup stake plan dropped

BBC News reports that Fifa president Gianni Infantino is under pressure after abandoning an attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup, prompti...

01 Aug 2026

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Fifa drops plan to sell stakes in major competitions

Fifa has abandoned a controversial proposal linked to investment in its major competitions following broad opposition to an idea associated...

01 Aug 2026

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Fifa chief operating officer criticises Infantino plan for private investment

Fifa’s chief operating officer has challenged Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in competitions to private investors, according to...

31 Jul 2026