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US president Donald Trump says replacing FIFA president GIanni Infantino would be 'terrible mistake'

US President Donald Trump says removing FIFA president Gianni Infantino would be a "terrible mistake" amid criticism of his failed plan to sell a stake in the World Cup's commercial rights.

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UEFA leads call for probe into FIFA Forward Enterprise row, Infantino under pressure

UEFA, CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation have called for an independent investigation into the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) controversy.

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LaLiga president joins chorus of criticism for FIFA boss Gianni Infantino

Javier Tebas believes football's global governing body FIFA needs a complete rebuild after a large portion of the footballing world lost confidence in president Gianni Infantino.

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UEFA emergency talks set over FIFA investment plans as boycott fears emerge

UEFA's 55 member associations will meet virtually later this week for emergency talks aimed at forming a united response to FIFA's contentious plans to open its flagship competitions to outside investment.

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Gianni Infantino hits back at 2026 FIFA World Cup critics

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accusing critics of spreading "hate" and "false rumours" while insisting the tournament was a success that united football fans around the world.

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Sepp Blatter says FIFA needs 'new leadership' after claiming World Cup lost credibility

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has renewed his long-running criticism of the man who succeeded him, Gianni Infantino, saying football needs "new leadership" after claiming the 2026 World Cup lost its credibility.

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