Gianni Infantino defends $20bn Fifa commercial venture after mounting backlash

3 verified updates • corroborated by 3 independent sources • tracked since July 29, 2026

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01:30 PM 1 source: Forbes
UEFA Considers World Cup Boycott Over FIFA Investment Plan
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02:30 PM 1 source: ESPN
Gianni Infantino tells FIFA members to agree to World Cup plan or miss $40m in funding
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08:00 PM 1 source: Financial Times
Gianni Infantino defends $20bn Fifa commercial venture after mounting backlash