Infantino drops FIFA commercialisation plan after confederations revolt

Gianni Infantino has abandoned his plan to create a new organisation that would take over the commercial rights to FIFA's major tournaments, following fierce opposition from continental confederations including UEFA. Global media are describing the retreat as a significant blow to Infantino's authority. The episode has deepened the rift between FIFA's leadership and the rest of world football's governing bodies.

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