European Football · Saturday, August 15, 2026
Continental confederations divided over global reform project
The six continental confederations finally weigh in on the World Cup restructuring plan, revealing major disagreements.
By Editorial team

Following the late statement from the Oceania Confederation praising FIFA, the six continental confederations have now expressed their position on the 2026 World Cup restructuring project. The vote is evenly split at three in favor and three against on the question of maintaining Gianni Infantino as FIFA president. This major reform, which will directly affect the format and organization of the North American tournament, crystallizes tensions within world football.