FIFA denies bribery claims linking Infantino to Morocco World Cup support

Reports surfaced suggesting Gianni Infantino pledged the 2030 World Cup final to Morocco in return for the country's support of his agenda. Sources from the Moroccan football federation allegedly confirmed discussions about the matter. In response, FIFA released a statement asserting that claims of a promised final are "false and misleading" and that the venue will be decided in due course.

Infantino convened an emergency meeting and later issued an apology for previous controversial proposals, though he avoided commenting on the bribery allegations. The speculation follows earlier statements by Morocco's federation president pledging support to Infantino on August 1. The final's location remains undecided, with Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu mentioned as a favorite option.