Luis Figo urges FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to step down over World Cup plan

Luis Figo published a piece in one outlet calling for the immediate resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The Portuguese legend labeled Infantino’s intention to sell commercial stakes in the World Cup to private investors as the most underhanded conduct he has witnessed in sport. Figo alleges the president has lied and is seeking personal enrichment, arguing that he no longer enjoys the support of his closest advisers or the global football community.

The remarks appear during a turbulent meeting of FIFA’s top officials, as UEFA and fans push back against the proposal. Figo concluded that while Infantino’s reputation may be beyond repair, the sport itself still needs decisive action, urging the president to leave without delay.