The world of football has had enough of Gianni Infantino

A significant portion of the global football community has reportedly reached its limit with FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Daily statements from various football associations convey a unified message: the FIFA chief is no longer tenable following his aggressive, seemingly self-driven initiative to sell World Cup broadcasting rights.

The fallout has been swift, with Infantino's closest advisor reportedly resigning. Sources within FIFA's Zurich headquarters suggest that numerous directors may also be preparing to depart, illustrating how rapidly a seemingly secure position can crumble. Despite this mounting pressure and the formation of a strong opposition front, the 56-year-old Swiss official appears to be adopting a wait-and-see approach.

Crucially, Infantino still commands considerable support from numerous federations, especially those in Africa. Morocco, the host of the 2030 World Cup, has stated it sees no reason to question the FIFA chief's performance. Egypt, meanwhile, expressed satisfaction with the progress in World Cup marketing and the potential for increased bonus payments.

However, Infantino's controversial plan has been definitively shelved. Adding to the narrative, former U.S. President Donald Trump stated he has had no contact with Infantino since the end of the World Cup. Furthermore, Joshua Kushner, brother-in-law of Trump's son-in-law and owner of 'Capital Thrive,' which had expressed interest in acquiring 20 percent of the World Cup shares, is reportedly no longer pursuing further discussions.

The question of the extent of the resistance remains, with speculation that Infantino may face scrutiny not only at the March 2027 Congress but also in an extraordinary FIFA Council meeting. Such a scenario could logically lead to an official call for his resignation or even a suspension, mirroring the fate of Sepp Blatter in 2015. A mere 43 votes from the 211 member associations are needed to convene an extraordinary congress, raising the possibility of a no-confidence vote.