FIFA President Gianni Infantino has convened an emergency meeting with senior officials in Morocco as growing pressure mounts for his resignation following the collapse of his controversial World Cup investment plan. The meeting, scheduled for Wednesday in Sale, near Rabat, comes after reports of widespread criticism over his proposal to sell stakes in FIFA’s commercial rights to private investors (theeagleonline.com.ng).
Infantino, who has faced mounting scrutiny since the revelation of his plans, is reportedly seeking to salvage his presidency amid calls for his resignation. The crisis meeting follows the shelving of his initiative, which had sparked significant backlash within the football community (vanguardngr.com). Several sources indicate that the gathering aims to address the fallout and stabilize FIFA’s leadership structure (nst.com.my).
The timing of the meeting coincides with ongoing speculation about the future of the World Cup, including discussions about Morocco’s potential role in hosting the 2030 tournament. While some reports suggest Infantino may have offered Morocco the chance to host the final in exchange for political support, this remains unconfirmed (mirror.co.uk). The situation continues to unfold as FIFA navigates a period of uncertainty and internal conflict.
