The Football Association is set to withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, signaling a coordinated European effort to remove him from office. This follows the Welsh FA becoming the first association to officially withdraw support for his re-election, with Swedish counterparts expected to follow.

This movement follows widespread criticism regarding a botched plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private equity. In response, UEFA has threatened legal action, arbitration, and regulatory complaints against FIFA, specifically targeting the scrapped sell-off plan.

While Infantino has attempted to shore up his position by seeking support from federations in Africa, Asia, and South America, his presidency faces mounting pressure. Even if he survives the immediate crisis, he is likely to face a challenger at the FIFA presidential election in Morocco in March.