FIFA president Gianni Infantino has summoned an emergency meeting with other officials of the governing body as pressure grows on his position.
The 58-year-old continues to face heavy backlash, both internally and externally, for his controversial proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup that was later scrapped. Though it is no longer going ahead, Infantino is still under huge scrutiny and he has subsequently called other members of FIFA to a meeting in Morocco in order to try and restore calm, as per The Times.
Meeting details
The meeting is scheduled to take place in Morocco, according to reports. The exact agenda has not been disclosed, but it is understood that Infantino aims to address the fallout from the failed proposal and reassure members of his leadership.
This development comes amid ongoing criticism from various quarters, with some calling for greater transparency in FIFA's decision-making processes.
Background
The controversy began when Infantino proposed selling stakes in the World Cup, a move that was met with widespread opposition. The plan was subsequently abandoned, but the damage to Infantino's reputation appears to have persisted.
As the meeting approaches, all eyes will be on Infantino to see how he navigates this latest challenge to his authority.
