Shafaqna English- FIFA released a statement on Saturday(8 Aug 2026) denouncing what it characterized as an orchestrated and persistent effort to destabilize President Gianni Infantino. The organization made it clear that those seeking to contest his leadership are required to operate within the framework of FIFA’s statutes and democratic protocols, rather than through external or covert actions. This official warning comes against the backdrop of a growing and increasingly acrimonious dispute surrounding Infantino’s leadership, which has intensified following the failure of his ambitious proposal to generate approximately $4.2 billion by offering a stake in the commercial rights associated with the World Cup and other FIFA tournaments. The collapse of this plan has significantly heightened tensions among stakeholders.