UEFA federations withdraw formal support for Infantino at FIFA.

Gianni Infantino is facing an unprecedented crisis that could jeopardize his re-election as president of FIFA. The scandal surrounding the Swiss leader's management is resulting in the withdrawal of formal support from several UEFA federations, a situation that is leaving him increasingly isolated. According to the newspaper 'The Guardian', 52 of the 55 European federations had previously sent letters supporting his mandate, but are now reconsidering that position due to the current turmoil.

The situation is exacerbated by the decision of the English Football Association, which announced its withdrawal of support for Infantino, following the example set by Wales and Romania. The elections for the FIFA presidency are scheduled for March 18, 2027, with the deadline for submitting candidacies ending on November 18 of this year. This scenario becomes even more complicated as federations express discontent, revealing that confidence in Infantino is being severely undermined.

UEFA, for its part, has not limited itself to withdrawing support. In response to the situation, the European confederation sent a formal warning to Infantino, threatening legal action if he does not preserve all evidence related to his controversial plan to sell the World Cup. “The president [Infantino] and FIFA are required to take immediate action to identify, locate, and preserve all documents and information stored electronically,” reads the letter sent to FIFA and published by the 'Telegraph'.

This notice is a direct response to what UEFA considers inadequate governance in football, highlighting the seriousness of the situation and the possibility of legal proceedings. Furthermore, UEFA has also reached out to other entities involved in the business, including Joshua Kushner and Greg Maffei, warning them of the need to preserve relevant material related to the case.

With pressure mounting and confidence waning, Infantino's position at FIFA may become unsustainable. The withdrawal of support from federations and the threat of legal action present a significant challenge that could influence the future of world football. What lies ahead for the FIFA president is uncertain, but the need to address these issues effectively and transparently will be crucial for his continued tenure in office.