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FIFA Council to confront Infantino, demand independent governance review

By Drooid · Oct 15, 2026, 3:00 AM UTC · How we work

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The FIFA Council in Zurich will confront Gianni Infantino over the abandoned FFE plan.
UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF presidents demand Infantino’s resignation.
Council will seek an independent review of FIFA governance after criticism of Infantino.
Members will discuss allocating $10 million to each of FIFA’s 211 associations, rejecting Infantino’s $20 million offer.
A $6.35 billion development fund for 2026-2030, drawn from reserves, awaits council approval.

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The FIFA Council in Zurich will confront Gianni Infantino over the abandoned FFE plan.
UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF presidents demand Infantino’s resignation.
Council will seek an independent review of FIFA governance after criticism of Infantino.
Members will discuss allocating $10 million to each of FIFA’s 211 associations, rejecting Infantino’s $20 million offer.
A $6.35 billion development fund for 2026-2030, drawn from reserves, awaits council approval.