Battle lines drawn within FIFA as key figures break ranks with Infantino

Internal conflict has intensified within FIFA as prominent figures break ranks with president Gianni Infantino. This deepening crisis was triggered by an abandoned proposal from the FIFA chief, who had suggested selling a stake in the World Cup. The situation has led to significant divisions among the organization's leadership, as battle lines are drawn over the abandoned plan, reflecting a period of instability and disagreement regarding the commercial future of the prestigious global football tournament.