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In FIFA-UEFA tussle, European body accused of ‘misinformation campaign’
FIFA accuses UEFA of attempting to influence its presidential election, in which Infantino is seeking a fourth term.
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FIFA could disburse millions to members as Infantino seeks re-election
FIFA president Infantino is open to providing 'greatest level of additional funding' to associations amid opposition.
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Infantino makes bigger cash pledge to Fifa members
Fifa president Gianni Infantino indicates more money could be distributed to the governing body's members from its cash reserves.
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Top European leagues demand FIFA reforms, piling pressure on Infantino
FIFA president Gianni Infantino came under increased pressure Friday as Europe's four main football leagues called for sweeping reforms of the world football governing body. The English Premier League, Spain's La Liga, Italy's Serie A and Germany's Bundesliga demanded that measures are adopted to ensure "disciplinary matters remain demonstrably insulated from political interference".
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UEFA’s Ceferin says FIFA trust still broken after Infantino investment row
UEFA president speaks for the first time since FIFA said it would review its decision-making, says trust still broken.
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FAW chief Mooney challenges Infantino's Fifa reform claims
Football Association of Wales chief executive Noel Mooney challenges suggestions Fifa is planning major reforms.
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FIFA President Infantino’s letter a ploy for re-election, says German FA
Infantino proposed an independent review of FIFA's decision-making process amid criticism of his leadership.
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Embattled Gianni Infantino says he is open to talks over FIFA reform
FIFA president proposes 'consultation' with members to reform world football governing body's decision-making process.
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Gianni Infantino proposes to 211 federations to reform the governance of Fifa
In a letter addressed on Monday to the 211 member federations of the Fifa, Gianni Infantino proposed a "consultation" to reflect on a reform of the governance of the forum. Although weakened by the failure of his plan to give way to the World Cup's commercial rights, the leader remains well placed to be re-elected next March.
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Infantino says open to FIFA reform talks after World Cup controversy
FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Monday proposed an external review of how the football association makes decisions, including who has a say in major initiatives. Infantino faced backlash and calls for a boycott over the summer after proposing to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors.
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Infantino says he is open to talks over Fifa reform
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has proposed an external review of how world football's governing body operates. shifting tone as he seeks support to stay on.
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Laura McAllister, UEFA Vice President: "We have to find a credible candidate capable of winning Infantino"
The Welsh leader, one of the most fighting voices with FIFA's plan to privatize the World Cup, defends the response of the European body and warns: "There are battles to be fought"
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UEFA, CONCACAF demand FIFA make $2.1 billion payout to member groups amid funding row
UEFA and CONCACAF chiefs have urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to release around $2.1 billion from the governing body's reserves, calling for each of its 211 member associations to receive $10 million over the 2027-30 cycle. The demand comes amid tensions over Infantino's proposed sale of a stake in the World Cup to private investors, which was shelved after a backlash from European football.
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Infantino maintains support: will the strategy of its opponents change?
FIFA President Gianni Infantino would have the necessary votes to seek re-election in March 2027, despite the disputes surrounding his administration. According to Reuters, sources close to the talks point out that their opponents could change their strategy and focus on limiting or redistributing the powers of the presidency. What options does the opposition have and how could the power structure change within FIFA?
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FIFA’s Infantino ‘must go, no ifs or buts’, blasts German FA vice president
Hans-Joachim Watzke, one of German football's vice-presidents, adds to list calling for Gianni Infantino's resignation.