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Fifa

Europe’s biggest leagues demand sweeping FIFA reforms

The joint statement from the leagues adds to growing scrutiny of FIFA’s governance as FIFA president Infantino seeks re-election in 2027.
The joint statement from the leagues adds to growing scrutiny of FIFA’s governance as FIFA president Infantino seeks re-election in 2027.

Infantino looks set to stay, but FIFA faces a new war over power

FIFA president Gianni Infantino was under fire after announcing a now abandoned private-investment plan.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino was under fire after announcing a now abandoned private-investment plan.

De Laurentiis wanted to 'shoot' Infantino, then applauded his World Cup show

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup - Group A - Poland v Argentina - Arena Katowice, Katowice, Poland - September 5, 2026 FIFA President Gianni Infantino reacts inside the stadium before the match REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup - Group A - Poland v Argentina - Arena Katowice, Katowice, Poland - September 5, 2026 FIFA President Gianni Infantino reacts inside the stadium before the match REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/File Photo

UEFA boss Ceferin says trust in world football remains broken after FIFA investment row

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said that said unity, transparency and governance that served the wider game were essential to maintaining trust in football.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said that said unity, transparency and governance that served the wider game were essential to maintaining trust in football.

Federations question Infantino reform pledge, demand deeper FIFA overhaul

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrives at the stadium before a FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup match on September 5, 2026. REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrives at the stadium before a FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup match on September 5, 2026. REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/File Photo

Gianni Infantino says he is open to talks over FIFA reform

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said he would propose consultations with confederations, member associations and other stakeholders on strengthening FIFA’s decision-making.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said he would propose consultations with confederations, member associations and other stakeholders on strengthening FIFA’s decision-making.

Inter Miami's Nu Stadium to stage FIFA Women's Champions Cup 2027 final phase

Apr 4, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; A general view outside the stadium prior to the game between the Inter Miami CF and the Austin FC at Nu Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; A general view outside the stadium prior to the game between the Inter Miami CF and the Austin FC at Nu Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Infantino invited to African summit as he faces challenge to FIFA leadership

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Semi Final - France v Spain - Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas, U.S. - July 14, 2026 FIFA President Gianni Infantino before the match IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Maria Lysaker
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Semi Final - France v Spain - Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas, U.S. - July 14, 2026 FIFA President Gianni Infantino before the match IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Maria Lysaker

UEFA and CONCACAF challenge FIFA on reserves after aborted stake sale plan

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin (left) and FIFA President Gianni Infantino attending a UEFA Euro match in Berlin on June 29, 2024.
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin (left) and FIFA President Gianni Infantino attending a UEFA Euro match in Berlin on June 29, 2024.

English FA calls for Infantino to release World Cup sell-off documents

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and England’s Football Association Chair Debbie Hewitt in the stands before the Arsenal v Corinthians match on Feb 1 at the Emirates Stadium in London, Britian.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino and England’s Football Association Chair Debbie Hewitt in the stands before the Arsenal v Corinthians match on Feb 1 at the Emirates Stadium in London, Britian.

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