Uefa Launches Legal Action Against Fifa's Infantino
By Editor • August 27, 2026 • 1 min read
Uefa is initiating criminal proceedings against Fifa and its president Gianni Infantino over a controversial plan to sell stakes in World Cup competitions to private investors.
Documents reviewed by BBC Sport reveal that Uefa seeks access to evidence for legal action in Switzerland, targeting Infantino and Fifa.
The application details Infantino's July 28, 2026 announcement, which was made without consulting key stakeholders, including Uefa and Fifa's 211 member associations.
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
