Is FIFA president Infantino's position under threat? How can his opponents win?

Lots has happened since FIFA president Gianni Infantino rolled back his controversial plan to "sell" stakes in the FIFA World Cup, with opposition swirling and his future uncertain. We answer some of the big questions.

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Published by CurrentWire Aug 16, 2026 at 12:40 PM ET · First coverage Aug 16, 2026 at 1:08 PM ET

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