Infantino's Retreat: A Glimmer of Sanity in FIFA's Foggy World Gianni Infantino's abrupt cancellation of his World Cup investment plan sent shockwaves through the football world.
The proposal, which would have seen a portion of the tournament sold to private investors, was met with unprecedented resistance from within FIFA itself. Several members of Infantino's team resigned in protest.
This about face highlights a long standing issue at the heart of international football: the corrupting influence of money. For years, FIFA has been criticized for its opaque decision making processes and cronyism.