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Four more nations come out in support of Gianni Infantino in addition to Qatar and Morocco

Football's civil war rumbles on and has taken a twist as several nations hit back at their own confederation's opposition to the FIFA president

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Infantino, the FIFA president under pressure after scrapped investor plan

PARIS (FRANCE) - FIFA president Gianni Infantino's ability to brush aside criticism and push through enlarged versions of the Club World Cup and World Cup lent him an air of omnipotence, but a failed private investor plan has left his position under threat for the first time.

Bangkok Post · Aug 4

More European countries’ FAs withdraw support for Infantino as pressure intensifies

The English FA and Serbia’s have followed Wales’s and Finland’s in dropping support for Gianni Infantino’s re-election bid as Fifa president

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3

Gianni Infantino’s ‘Appeal’ to President Trump Comes Amid Threat to ‘Paralyze’ FIFA

The threat of setting up rival competitions to FIFA’s storied tournaments has even been reportedly raised.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 3

The Winners, Losers From Mauricio Pochettino’s New USMNT Contract

The U.S. men’s national team manager has penned a new deal through 2030, which comes with the promise of a different strategy.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 3

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Key dates to decide Gianni Infantino’s future as Fifa reaffirms support following crisis meeting

Infantino is under intense pressure as footballing bodies turn against the Fifa president in the fallout of his botched World Cup sell-off scheme

The Independent UK · Aug 3

Is Mauricio Pochettino Doomed? How USMNT Managers Have Fared in Second World Cup Cycles

The USMNT has the Argentine boss for the next four years, but he would have to make history to enjoy any definition of success.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 3

Scrapped proposals, statement wars and the ongoing Infantino furore

In today’s Football Daily: Gianni Infantino and that hot water cooler chat

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3

FIFA's Infantino sought Trump backing after failed World Cup sell-off plan, NY Post reports

FIFA President Gianni Infantino sought Trump administration support after a commercial rights deal collapsed. He felt isolated amid negative media coverage following the failed initiative. Infantino had previously forged a close relationship with President Trump. The abandoned deal was reportedly anchored by Thrive Capital, founded by Trump's son-in-law. Reports of…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Fifa's Infantino sought Trump backing after failed World Cup sell-off plan

LONDON — Fédération Internationale de Football Association (Fifa) President ⁠Gianni ⁠Infantino sought support from the Donald Trump administration amid mounting criticism after his abandoned plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, the New York Post said on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter.

Bangkok Post · Aug 3

Scottish FA urged to oppose re-election of 'shameless' Fifa boss Gianni Infantino

The Scottish FA has been urged to follow in the footsteps of Wales and oppose Gianni Infantino's bit to continue his leadership of Fifa

The National (Scotland) · Aug 3

Uefa leads push to force Gianni Infantino resignation after World Cup plan collapses

The Fifa President is under pressure after the collapse of his plans to sell off part of the World Cup, with associations starting to withdraw their endorsement letters for the Swiss official to run for another term

The Independent UK · Aug 3

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Sports Illustrated · Aug 3

Legal Threats Loom As Walls Close In on FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Several nations have already come forward to withdraw their support in the FIFA president.

The Independent UK · Aug 3

Uefa threatens Fifa with legal action over Gianni Infantino’s failed World Cup sell-off plan

Uefa has sent a legal letter to Fifa after Infantino’s World Cup sell-off proposal was scrapped

Evening Standard · Aug 3

English FA to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino as FIFA president

The Welsh FA has already pulled its backing for Infantino’s re-election bid

FourFourTwo · Aug 3

These World Cup 2026 trends MUST continue this season to make Premier League fun again

While there were several unsavoury aspects of World Cup 2026, the football itself was thrilling - and the Premier League could learn a thing or two

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The Independent UK · Aug 3

England to follow Wales in withdrawing support for Gianni Infantino

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FourFourTwo · Aug 3

How much does Gianni Infantino earn?

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing pressure to resign - so what kind of salary should his successor expect?

The Independent UK · Aug 3

English FA to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino after scrapped World Cup sell-off

Infantino’s position as Fifa president is under heavy scrutiny after his failed plan to sell off the World Cup

Euronews · Aug 3

Wales, Serbia and Sweden withdraw support for Infantino's re-election bid as FIFA chief

The announcements come after a loss of confidence in Infantino's leadership following an attempt to sell stakes in FIFA competitions to private investors.

The Independent UK · Aug 3

First nation withdraws support for Fifa’s Gianni Infantino

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The Independent UK · Aug 3

Wales becomes first nation to withdraw support for Fifa president Gianni Infantino

Infantino is facing increased scrutiny after scrapping his World Cup sell-off plan on Friday

France 24 · Aug 3

Infantino under growing pressure after FIFA scraps World Cup investor proposal

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is under pressure after abandoning plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors. Infantino's plans fell apart after UEFA's 55-member nations agreed to boycott the World Cup and all other FIFA competitions. CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation also said they opposed…

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