Top Fifa official departs after attacking Infantino’s plan to lure investors
- Posted on August 17, 2026
- By Financial Times
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A senior FIFA official has resigned following public disagreement with President Gianni Infantino's controversial strategy to monetize the organization through private investment partnerships. The departure highlights internal tensions within football's governing body regarding commercialization initiatives and the proposed sale of equity stakes in newly established commercial ventures. This exit underscores growing resistance to Infantino's modernization agenda among key stakeholders.
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