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Italy's football federation has withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's expected reelection bid next March, citing recent controversial governance initiatives and competition development decisions.
Europe, Asia and North America's soccer confederations are exploring a no-confidence vote against FIFA President Gianni Infantino following his failed attempt to sell private stakes in World Cup commercial rights.
Premier League officials express deep concern that FIFA's controversial decision to overturn American striker Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card after political intervention could damage public confidence in football's disciplinary systems across all competitions.
Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has been appointed chairman of Negeri Sembilan Football Club, bringing decades of football management experience to the role.
The Confederation of African Football president has called for FIFA's 211 member associations to determine Gianni Infantino's future through formal elections rather than political pressure, as three confederations demand his removal.
FIFA has publicly backed Gianni Infantino's leadership, rejecting attempts to hold a presidential election outside its constitutional framework as the executive faces mounting criticism ahead of his fourth-term campaign.
FIFA has issued a stern warning against what it describes as a coordinated campaign to undermine President Gianni Infantino, insisting any challenge to his authority must follow proper democratic procedures. The statement reflects deepening turmoil over his failed $4.2 billion World Cup monetization scheme.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces significant opposition for his 2027 re-election after a failed privatisation proposal. Five heavyweight contenders have emerged as potential replacements, reshaping global football's political landscape.
Wales has become the first national football federation to withdraw support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's re-election campaign following the collapse of his plan to sell a 20% stake in World Cup commercial rights to private investors.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn a controversial proposal to sell a 20% stake in a new World Cup commercial entity to private investors after a fierce backlash from football's regional bodies, threatening his previously assured re-election in March.
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been cleared to return to competition immediately after the Football Association and World Anti-Doping Agency resolved his appeal against a four-year doping suspension.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has launched a scathing critique of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, declaring him unsuitable to lead the global football body amid plans to commercialise competitions through private investment deals.
Australia's players union has denounced FIFA's proposal to bring private investors into the World Cup, arguing the governing body is sidelining athletes and fans while prioritising commercial interests over sporting integrity.
UEFA and its 55 member nations have voted to boycott all FIFA tournaments in protest against plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, raising serious governance and transparency questions.
India's vast population of 1.45 billion has failed to translate into World Cup qualification, with the nation ranked 138th globally and unable to even secure Asian Cup qualification. Systemic failures in youth development, federation coordination, and regional imbalances continue to hamper progress.