European Football · Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Ceferin Firmly Opposes Infantino Ahead of 2026 World Cup
The UEFA president denounces the failed World Cup monetization plan and threatens to oppose Gianni Infantino's re-election.
By Editorial team
Aleksander Ceferin, UEFA president, strongly criticized Gianni Infantino's failed attempt to sell shares of the World Cup through the FFE scheme. This initiative, abandoned in August, provoked massive opposition from continental confederations. Ceferin warns that UEFA will confront Infantino if he runs for re-election next March. The tensions threaten preparations for the 2026 World Cup.