FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces growing pressure from regional football bodies and other stakeholders following his aborted plan to sell part of the World Cup’s commercial rights to private investors. Multiple outlets report that UEFA, along with other confederations, is moving toward formal actions that could include a no-confidence vote, with some describing efforts to accelerate moves to remove him.

The dispute centres on Infantino’s proposal, later abandoned after widespread backlash, to carve off commercial rights and offer about 20% for sale, with figures cited around US$4.2 billion. Several reports also reference public statements by federations withdrawing support and mention that European football organizations are adding to the pressure. While some outlets emphasize calls for Infantino to stand down or be legally removed, others say FIFA executives have rallied behind him, suggesting his immediate position may still be supported internally. A White House official is also quoted dismissing critics.

Overall, outlets agree the commercial-rights episode is driving a broader loss of support across the sport, but they differ in how likely and how soon any leadership change could occur.