The week that shook football

Fifa has triggered significant turmoil within global football by proposing a new vehicle to control World Cup commercial rights, intending to sell stakes to investors. The plan caught the Fifa Council and President Gianni Infantino unawares after reports emerged in the Times. This move has faced fierce opposition from major bodies including Uefa, AFC, and Concacaf. The resulting backlash has created a volatile situation that could potentially threaten the position of the controversial Fifa president.