FIFA President Gianni Infantino Faces Mounting Pressure Amid Controversial World Cup Investment Plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is under increasing scrutiny following a failed but controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors. The proposal has sparked widespread criticism, leading to calls for his resignation from various football federations and officials. Despite the pressure, Infantino remains the only candidate for the FIFA presidential election scheduled for March 2027, and he has received public support from former U.S. President Donald Trump, a long-time associate.