Global Soccer Is Now Openly at War With Itself
After officials in Europe and North America effectively called for the removal of FIFA’s Gianni Infantino, the sport is in a battle that could drag for months
Global soccer is embroiled in internal conflict as officials seek to remove FIFA president Gianni Infantino from office. The three European soccer confederations—UEFA, Concacaf, and the Asian Football Confederation—signed an open letter demanding change at the top of FIFA. They argue that Infantino’s actions have betrayed the trust placed in him.
Infantino remains defiant and seemingly unmovable in his position. The officials hope this pressure will force Infantino to resign before the presidential election in March 2025. Meanwhile, Infantino has been consolidating support, including from South American confederations, despite allegations about his personal life. The organization faces challenges in rallying votes across its 211 members, each with unique concerns, but the confederations believe they can gather enough support to oust Infantino if they coordinate their efforts.
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