A major conflict is escalating within international football as UEFA prepares a potential criminal complaint against FIFA President Gianni Infantino over a controversial plan involving the future commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup.
According to reports, UEFA has taken legal steps in the United States to seek documents and testimony that could be used in a future case in Switzerland. The dispute centers on the proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise project, which would have created a new structure to manage commercial assets connected to FIFA competitions, including the World Cup.
The plan faced strong opposition and was eventually withdrawn, but UEFA argues that important questions remain about how the proposal was developed and whether FIFA’s governing bodies were properly informed. The European football organization is now seeking access to evidence as part of its broader legal strategy.
Why is UEFA considering legal action against Infantino?
The organization is examining allegations of possible mismanagement and a lack of transparency surrounding the failed commercial proposal. However, any potential criminal complaint would still need to be evaluated by Swiss authorities, and Infantino has not been convicted of any crime.
The controversy adds new pressure on Gianni Infantino and FIFA as the football world moves toward another crucial period for the organization.
