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French FA accuses Infantino of ‘seriously damaging’ football as it withdraws support

The French Football Federation’s president, Philippe Diallo, has strongly criticised his Fifa counterpart, saying ‘trust has been broken’

The Guardian - UK · Sep 10

French football chiefs withdraw backing for Fifa boss Infantino

The French Football Federation (FFF) withdrew its support for Gianni Infantino's bid for a fourth term as Fifa president on Thursday, criticising his plans to bring private investors into Fifa's commercial operations and the way he runs the 122-year-old organisation.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 10

French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA president Infantino

The French Football Federation has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's FIFA presidency bid. This decision follows a broken trust and differing views on football governance. France initially backed Infantino but subsequent events changed their stance. Several European federations have also withdrawn their backing for the FIFA chief.

The Economic Times · Sep 10

How a 64-team World Cup could transform soccer's economics

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is considering a 64-team World Cup after the recent 48-team tournament. This potential expansion could significantly alter the sport's global economics and logistics. Regional confederations might become more dependent on FIFA's financial distributions. UEFA and the Asian Football Confederation have voiced opposition to further expansion.

The Economic Times · Jul 21

France deliver knockout punch to Paraguay in the Battle of Philadelphia

In today’s Football Daily: Kylian Mbappé and co have the last laugh

The Guardian - UK · Jul 5

French football chief condemns Chilavert’s remarks that Les Bleus are ‘a squad from Africa’

Philippe Diallo says the former Paraguay goalkeeper has ‘fallen into disgrace’ after his remarks about France’s roster

The Guardian - US · Jul 5

French FA chief condemns ‘disgraceful’ ex-Paraguay goalkeeper Jose Luis Chilavert for racist remark

Philippe Diallo, the president of FFF, hit out at Chilavert, who had been engaged in a dispute with ex-France international Christophe Dugarry on social media

The Independent UK · Jul 4

The 2026 World Cup kicks off today - here's everything you need to know

According to FIFA, 2.9 billion people worldwide watched the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on linear TV, with 2.7 billion also streaming the tournament.

Euronews · Jun 11

Ligue 1’s two-faced truth: European success is masking financial ruin

French clubs are enjoying their best continental season in decades but a catastrophic crisis could engulf the entire league

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2025

Marseille chief says sorry for 'corrupt officiating' barb after loss at Auxerre

Marseille football club supremo Pablo Longoria apologised on Monday for unleashing a tirade during which he branded the officiating as corrupt after his side's 3-0 defeat at Auxerre on Saturday.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 24, 2025