Infantino’s opponents developing new framework for running world football

Uefa, Concacaf, and AFC Unite to Reform World Football Governance

In a significant development, the Union of European Football Associations (Uefa), the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (Concacaf), and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have joined forces to create a new framework for governing world football. This move comes as a response to what they perceive as a system of patronage adopted by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (Fifa) since Gianni Infantino took over as president 10 years ago. The three confederations have repeatedly called for an independent review of Fifa's governance, but their requests have been ignored by Infantino.

The decision to develop a new framework is seen as a direct result of Fifa's dismissal of their calls for reform. A fortnight ago, the organization's plan to sell off 21% of the World Cup sparked controversy, prompting the three confederations to take matters into their own hands. By working together, they aim to establish a more transparent and accountable system for the governance of world football. The exact details of the new framework are not yet clear, but it is expected to address concerns surrounding Fifa's governance and provide a more equitable and fair structure for the sport.

As the world of football continues to evolve, the move by Uefa, Concacaf, and AFC sends a strong message about the need for reform within Fifa. The outcome of this initiative will be closely watched by football fans and stakeholders around the globe, with many hoping that it will lead to a more transparent and accountable system for the sport.