Infantino Faces FIFA Revolt

FIFA abandoned Gianni InfantinoGianni InfantinoSwiss-Italian-Lebanese football administrator’s proposal to sell about 20% of a new commercial unit for the World Cup and other FIFA events to private investors, a plan intended to raise up to $4.2 billion at a $20 billion valuation. The reversal came after UEFA’s 55 member associations threatened to boycott FIFA competitions if the deal proceeded, and UEFA later said it had lost confidence in Infantino. Infantino, who had sought backing for a fourth term, now faces internal pressure and criticism from British Prime Minister Andy BurnhamAndy BurnhamBritish politician.