UEFA Moves to File Swiss Criminal Charges Against Infantino

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UEFA Moves to File Swiss Criminal Charges Against Infantino

48 sourcesUpdated Aug 27, 2026

UEFA is preparing to file criminal charges in Switzerland against Gianni Infantino and associates over an aborted plan to privatize World Cup profits through a new entity, FIFA Forward Enterprise. The move centers on a $4.2 billion off-market valuation for a 20% stake, with allegations that there was no open bidding or independent valuation. The effort includes seeking documents in the United States via a 1782 order and actions that could expose FIFA and Infantino to Swiss criminal proceedings. UEFA has pursued disclosures from FIFA and financial partners in the United States, including Thrive Eternal, to probe the structuring, financing, and valuation of the deal. The controversy has been amplified by political commentary, including remarks from UEFA president Ceferin about Donald Trump’s influence on FIFA affairs. Infantino faces renewed scrutiny amid ongoing governance tensions within FIFA and his re-election bid.

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Saudi Arabia backs Infantino after FIFA abandons plan

Saudi Arabia’s SAFF has publicly backed FIFA President Gianni Infantino and urged direct dialogue among football stakeholders after the collapse of the FIFA Forward Enterprise plan, welcoming FIFA’s acknowledgment of mistakes and the decision to scrap the proposal. The statements emphasize unity within the sport and support for Infantino as he leads efforts to grow the game globally despite ongoing backlash.

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Italy Withdraws Infantino Support Ahead of 2027

Italy’s football federation (FIGC) has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino’s bid for the FIFA presidency in 2027, aligning with UEFA and its president Aleksander Čeferin amid concerns over governance and proposals to involve private investors. The move signals a broader European shift in football politics and could shape the race ahead of the 2027 election as other federations reassess their positions.

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Aug 27, 2026UEFA says it may pursue Swiss criminal charges against Infantino over secret plans to sell World Cup stakes, with Čeferin calling Trump's interference in FIFA affairs 'shocking'.
Aug 27, 2026Saudi Arabia's football federation publicly backs Infantino after FIFA abandons its Forward Enterprise plan, urging unity and direct dialogue among stakeholders.
Aug 27, 2026UEFA drops its threat to boycott FIFA competitions after assurances the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprises privatization plan will not proceed, clearing the way for the U-20 Women's World Cup.

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UEFA Eases FIFA Boycott Threat Ahead of U-20

UEFA has dropped the threat to boycott FIFA competitions after assurances that the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprises plan will not proceed, clearing the way for the U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland. The move underscores ongoing tensions with FIFA president Gianni Infantino and UEFA’s demand for guarantees that such privatization attempts will not recur, with broader leadership concerns persisting.

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