9 August 2026

FIFA warns against 'concerted effort' to undermine Gianni Infantino

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FIFA warns against 'concerted effort' to undermine Gianni Infantino

Pressure is mounting on the FIFA president Gianni Infantino after plans to sell a stake in the World Cup collapsed and fresh allegations emerged relating to his time at UEFA.

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