Key facts
- Six Nordic football associations have lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
- Concerns cited include governance and decision-making.
- The associations support calls for Infantino's resignation from UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF.
- They are demanding an independent investigation into a proposal to sell stakes in FIFA events to private equity investors.
- Infantino stated FIFA's objective is to reduce the financial disparity among its member federations.
Six Nordic football associations have collectively declared a loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino, citing serious concerns over governance and decision-making. The united front, comprising Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and the Faroe Islands, issued a joint statement. These associations are backing calls for Infantino's resignation from three major regional confederations – UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF – and are demanding a fully independent external investigation into a controversial proposal to sell stakes in events like the World Cup to private equity investors, a plan reportedly abandoned due to global backlash.
Infantino, who is seeking a fourth term until 2031, stated that FIFA's job is to close the financial gap between its wealthy members and those with fewer resources, adding that some prosperous federations do not want others to grow. He made these remarks after meeting with members of the Caribbean Football Union in the Dominican Republic. CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani had previously asked Infantino to avoid a youth tournament in the country, stating his presence would overshadow the event due to mounting opposition to his leadership.