Norway demands Infantino resignation over World Cup investment plan
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- Norway called for Gianni Infantino to resign, citing a lack of institutional trust after his proposal to offer private investment in FIFA tournaments through the Fifa Forward Enterprise subsidiary.
- Mexican Football Federation broke from Concacaf to support Infantino’s leadership, stating it backs his efforts to promote football development and institutional strengthening.
- Conmebol expressed concern over Infantino's 'unilateral actions' but affirmed its support, with president Alejandro Dominguez standing alongside him and praising his record and the 2026 World Cup plans.
- Uefa maintains it could still boycott the World Cup, having lost confidence in Infantino and labeling his FFE proposal a 'shabby, back room, opaque deal' despite its withdrawal.
- English FA, Wales, Croatia, and Albania have all withdrawn support for Infantino, joining broader European criticism though stopping short of demanding resignation like Norway.
- FIFA’s presidential election rules allow Infantino to run for a fourth term in March 2027, despite a three-term limit, because his first term was shortened, and he has previously been re-elected unopposed.
Why it matters: Infantino faces unprecedented division among confederations, with Europe and regional bodies like Concacaf challenging his governance, yet retains strong backing from Africa, South America, and funding-dependent nations. His ability to leverage FIFA’s financial programs gives him a material advantage in securing votes ahead of the 2027 election, where a unified opposition must emerge by November to mount a credible challenge.
