Fifa president Gianni Infantino has abandoned a plan to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors, following strong criticism from Prime Minister Andy Burnham and European football's governing body Uefa. The plan had faced significant opposition, with three confederations rejecting it outright, and Uefa going as far as pledging to boycott Fifa competitions until the proposal was scrapped. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated that he does not believe Gianni Infantino is the right man to lead football forward.
Fifa president Gianni Infantino drops World Cup sell-off plan
UKPulse Sport DeskFifa president Gianni Infantino has abandoned a plan to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors, following strong criticism from Prime Minister Andy Burnham and European football's governing body Uefa.
- Fifa president Gianni Infantino has dropped a plan to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors
- The plan faced significant opposition from three confederations and Uefa, which pledged to boycott Fifa competitions until the proposal was scrapped
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated that he does not believe Gianni Infantino is the right man to lead football forward
Why this matters: The controversy surrounding the plan has led to a loss of trust in the Fifa chief and high-level resignations within Fifa.
What this means for you: If you're a football fan, this development may affect your trust in the leadership of Fifa and the decisions they make.