FIFA President Infantino denies allegations of affair and favouritism
At a glance
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino denies allegations of an affair and improper payments at UEFA.
- UEFA confirms a departure payment was made, stating it followed rules in place at the time.
- FIFA has warned of a "concerted effort" to undermine Infantino's leadership.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been accused by a British newspaper of having an affair with a UEFA employee and arranging a 'six-figure' payment upon her departure. Infantino has called the claims 'categorically untrue'. UEFA has acknowledged a payment was made, stating it was in line with regulations at the time. The allegations surface amid a leadership crisis at FIFA, following a collapsed plan to sell World Cup stakes, and with Infantino facing re-election in March.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing allegations of an affair and improper payments during his time at UEFA, which he strongly denies. FIFA has issued a statement warning of a 'concerted effort' to undermine his leadership.
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