Kevin Lamour 17 August 2026 left his role as FIFA's chief operating officer after accusing head‑coach Gianni Infantino of deceiving the governing body.

Infantino’s plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors was rejected by confederations, prompting UEFA to threaten a boycott and the Scottish FA to withdraw support. The controversy has put Infantino under extreme pressure.

The Scottish FA’s president, Mike Mulraney, confirmed the break in support, and advocacy group Fair Square has written to FIFA questioning Infantino’s eligibility for re‑election. Former governance chair Miguel Maduro added that a fourth term would breach statutes.

With the crisis escalating, FIFA’s board faces calls for Infantino’s resignation or a new candidate, crowdsourcing governance reform and transparency while the sport’s focus shifts from the pitch to off‑field politics.