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FIFA faces no-confidence vote over Infantino’s governance plans

8/20/2026

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European, Asian and CONCACAF confederations consider a no-confidence vote to oust FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF opposed Infantino’s plan to sell a minority stake in a World Cup venture.
COO Kevin Lamour left FIFA, prompting Vice President Sandor Csanyi to withdraw his support for Infantino.
European Football Clubs representing 800 clubs warned they may boycott Club World Cups unless FIFA reforms governance.

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European, Asian and CONCACAF confederations consider a no-confidence vote to oust FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF opposed Infantino’s plan to sell a minority stake in a World Cup venture.
COO Kevin Lamour left FIFA, prompting Vice President Sandor Csanyi to withdraw his support for Infantino.
European Football Clubs representing 800 clubs warned they may boycott Club World Cups unless FIFA reforms governance.