FIFA in Crisis: Gianni Infantino’s Presidency Under Threat Amid Federation Revolt and Staff Exodus

FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s leadership is under severe pressure following his unauthorized attempt to sell stakes in FIFA competitions to private investors. UEFA has declared a loss of confidence and threatened a World Cup boycott, while other confederations and key staff have also turned against him.

The article details the various mechanisms available to remove Infantino, including a FIFA Council emergency meeting or an extraordinary congress, and identifies potential successors like Concacaf president Victor Montagliani or AFC president Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa. Despite mounting opposition, Infantino is actively working to consolidate support, making the outcome uncertain as the struggle for control of world football continues.