European Football · Sunday, August 23, 2026
Infantino defends his record ahead of 2026 World Cup
The FIFA president dodged criticism over his failed rights sale project while on a visit to the Dominican Republic.
By Editorial team
Gianni Infantino was questioned by a Sky News journalist in the Dominican Republic about his controversial monetization project for 2026 World Cup rights. When asked about a possible resignation, the FIFA boss responded evasively, refusing to directly address calls for his departure launched by several football stakeholders worldwide. This controversy comes a few months before the North American tournament.