# Luis Figo demands Infantino resign, FIFA defends president

2026-08-07T08:45:52+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk

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FIFA has hit back at what it calls a 'concerted effort' to undermine President Gianni Infantino, after former Portugal captain Luis Figo called for his immediate resignation. Figo accused Infantino of lying, deceiving the football community and feathering his own nest. FIFA dismissed the allegations as 'unsubstantiated' and 'demonstrably false', and said critics should use democratic processes rather than 'allegation, insinuation or misinformation'. The revolt follows the collapse of Infantino's plan to sell a 20% stake in a new FIFA commercial subsidiary for $4.2 billion. UEFA led the opposition, with all 55 member associations threatening to boycott the World Cup. Infantino has apologised for the proposal but retains backing from South American and African confederations. He intends to stand for re-election in 2027.

## Coverage

- hindustantimes.com <https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/he-has-lied-deceived-and-tried-to-feather-his-own-nest-luis-figo-demands-gianni-infantinos-resignation-101785935853054.html>
- hindustantimes.com <https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/fifa-fires-back-at-gianni-infantino-critics-concerted-effort-to-oust-president-through-allegations-misinformation-101786239278144.html>

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