Published July 31, 2026 at 5:10 PM ET · Updated August 1, 2026 at 10:06 AM ET
UEFA loses confidence in FIFA's Infantino after World Cup funding plan fails
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UEFA has stated it lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino after his plan to bring private equity investment into the World Cup was abandoned following widespread backlash. Multiple outlets report the proposal drew criticism across the football world.
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