UEFA target Infantino after FIFA shelve World Cup private investment plan
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino failed to calm the stormy waters surrounding his position despite on Saturday scrapping a plan to allow private investment in the World Cup.
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Gianni Infantino president of FIFA and Donald Trump, president of United States of America after the 2026 FIFA World Cup – Final match between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
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By Ian Ransom and Kokkai Ng Aug 1 (Reuters) - FIFA president Gianni Infantino, hitherto untouchable at the helm of soccer's global governing body, suffered a crushing blow on Friday when his bold reach for private equity riches was brought to an end in the face of a ferocious backlash.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino looks on after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, United States.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino failed to calm the stormy waters surrounding his position despite on Saturday scrapping a plan to allow private investment in the World Cup.
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