FIFA defends Infantino against allegations tied to his time at UEFA

FIFA has issued a statement defending its president, Gianni Infantino, against what it calls a “concerted and ongoing effort” to undermine his leadership of the organization.

FIFA has issued a statement defending its president, Gianni Infantino, against what it calls a “concerted and ongoing effort” to undermine his leadership of the organization

FIFA has come out in staunch defense of president Gianni Infantino, rebutting fresh allegations and widespread criticism. The organisation has accused unnamed detractors of orchestrating a campaign aimed at destabilising its leadership. While UEFA acknowledged a severance payment to a former employee associated with In

FIFA has strongly denied a "concerted effort to undermine" president Gianni Infantino after UEFA confirmed a departure payment was made to a former employee following allegations about his time as the organisation's general secretary.

UEFA has confirmed that a "departure payment" was made to a former female employee who was allegedly involved romantically with FIFA president Gianni Infantino during his time at the European governing body — claims Infantino strongly denies

FIFA has hit back at alleged efforts to undermine the governing body and president Gianni Infantino, following UEFA's confirmation of a departure payment made to a female employee who allegedly had a relationship with Infantino during his time as UEFA general secretary.

UEFA confirmed a “departure payment” was made to a female employee alleged to have been in a relationship with Infantino when he worked with them.

European football body’s leading figures want to examine how settlement came about and whether alleged affair affected staff decisions.

UEFA confirms a “departure payment” was made to a former employee allegedly linked to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, sparking controversy.

This comes as Infantino fights for his future as FIFA president following his aborted plans to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors.

The under fire Fifa president faces new allegations at a time when he is fighting to remain as president

Under-fire Fifa president ‘strongly denies these allegations’, describing them as ‘categorically untrue’.

UEFA has confirmed it is aware of an allegation that European football's governing body paid off an alleged mistress of Gianni Infantino.

The affair, which reportedly occurred while Infantino was secretary general of the federation, led UEFA to reportedly pay the woman a 6-figure sum and fees for her to attend business school.

Gianni Infantino's position as FIFA president could come under fresh scrutiny following allegations of an affair with a junior member of staff while he was general secretary of UEFA

Aug 7 : England defender Lucy Bronze said European players would support a boycott of FIFA competitions if necessary, backing UEFA's opposition to FIFA chief Gianni Infantino despite his apology over plans to sell a World Cup stake to private investors.Speaking ahead of her club side Chelsea's pre-season friendly on Sa

Infantino gains backing from allies as UEFA maintains hardline stance  Reuters

Mexico’s football association has broken ranks and delivered a blow to Uefa-led hopes of ousting embattled Fifa president Gianni Infantino. Infantino has been attempting to stave off a rebellion from the confederations of Europe, Asia and the Caribbean, Central and North America, who have all strongly condemned his sec

UEFA retains its threat to boycott FIFA competitions in the wake of the failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, while England's FA withdraws support for Gianni Infantino.

Uefa will continue its non co-operation with Fifa in a bid to oust Infantino from power

"Yesterday’s announcement that some people employed by the FIFA President (and whose careers depend on his favour) agree with him changes nothing," UEFA said in a statement on Thursday.

"UEFA made it abundantly clear in its statement that it has lost confidence in Infantino’s presidency. That position holds," UEFA said.

Uefa tells Gianni Infantino: Fifa World Cup boycott still stands  The Times

European body says Fifa statement ‘changes nothing’ Fifpro condemns ‘profound abuse of presidential power’ Uefa has doubled down on its threat to boycott Fifa-run competitions and reiterated its loss of confidence in Gianni Infantino’s presidency. The latest damning intervention from European football’s governing bod

European football's governing body says FIFA has not met conditions to end the boycott of their return to global game.

UEFA maintains boycott threat of FIFA competitions after Infantino’s crisis meeting  Toronto Star

UEFA stands by World Cup boycott plans despite FIFA, Gianni Infantino apology  ESPN