Norway’s Soccer Federation Calls for FIFA President Infantino’s Resignation
Norway's soccer federation has called for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to resign due to a failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. This adds to pressure on Infantino, with UEFA and the English Football Association also expressing a…
Detroit, MI, August 7, 2026 —
Norway’s soccer federation has formally requested that FIFA President Gianni Infantino step down from his position. The call for resignation stems from a reportedly failed plan by FIFA to sell stakes in the upcoming World Cup.
This development intensifies the existing pressure on Infantino’s leadership. Reports indicate that UEFA, the governing body for football in Europe, and the English Football Association have also conveyed a loss of confidence in the FIFA president.
The specific details of the World Cup stake sale plan and the reasons for its alleged failure have not been fully disclosed. However, the opposition from national federations and continental bodies highlights significant internal dissent within the global football community.
FIFA has not yet issued a detailed public statement in response to Norway’s call for resignation or the expressed loss of confidence from UEFA and the English FA. The situation points to a period of scrutiny for Infantino’s administration at the helm of international football’s governing body.
Story summarized from the original created by James Robson, Associated Press on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
