Fifa president Gianni Infantino is under immense pressure to resign after his plans to sell stakes in the World Cup were abandoned. Real Madrid and Portugal legend Luis Figo has called for Infantino to step down, branding his actions as 'the lowest, most deceitful and cravenly self-interested behaviour I have ever witnessed'. Figo listed the 'litany of abuses' Infantino has enacted in recent months, including the Folarin Balogun debacle at the World Cup and extending the half-time break of the World Cup final for a musical show.
Gianni Infantino under pressure to resign as Fifa president
UKPulse Sport DeskFifa president Gianni Infantino is facing calls to resign after his plans to sell stakes in the World Cup were abandoned following public outcry.
- Gianni Infantino's plans to sell stakes in the World Cup were foiled after public uproar
- Luis Figo has called for Infantino to resign as Fifa president
- Fifa secretary general Mattias Grafstrom and ex-Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger have also criticised Infantino's plans
Why this matters: The controversy surrounding Infantino's plans could have significant implications for the future of Fifa and the sport as a whole.
What this means for you: If Infantino resigns, it could lead to a change in leadership at Fifa and potentially affect the future of the World Cup.