# FIFA's Billion-Dollar Bet Falls Apart | Johannesburg News

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Published: 2026-08-01T14:16:46+00:00
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FIFA boss Gianni Infantino’s bold plan to sell a slice of the World Cup’s future for $20 billion collapsed amid furious backlash from global soccer confederations, internal dissent, and the resignation of his own senior advisor. Europe’s Uefa branded it a “secret scheme” by “faceless individuals,” threatening to boycott FIFA events and stripping confidence in Infantino’s leadership. The move—backed by a New York investment firm tied to the Kushner family—echoes past controversial proposals that fizzled, but this one sparked the most intense resistance yet. With his re-election bid looming, Infantino now faces mounting pressure over his leadership and the future of FIFA. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fcfa4a1c1e2711ec

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