Război la vârful fotbalului mondial: FIFA acuză UEFA de o „campanie de denigrare” împotriva lui Gianni Infantino

The conflict between FIFA and UEFA intensifies after FIFA's controversial plan for World Cup commercial rights was abandoned. FIFA accuses UEFA of attempting to damage the image of its president, Gianni Infantino, and obstruct proposed changes. The dispute has reached U.S. courts, potentially impacting Infantino's bid for a fourth term. FIFA filed a request in a New York federal court to delay UEFA's claims, alleging a smear campaign against its leadership. The conflict centers around the FIFA Forward Enterprise, which UEFA opposes, claiming it was developed without adequate consultation. As Infantino prepares for the 2027 elections, the situation complicates his position, with several countries withdrawing support and discussions of a vote of no confidence emerging. UEFA seeks to limit FIFA's presidential power and reform its governance, while the potential for a boycott of FIFA competitions looms. The institutional conflict is far from resolved, with both sides unwilling to back…