Follow us on Google Discover Former Real Madrid and Barcelona star Luis Figo has called for Gianni Infantino to be replaced as the FIFA President.
Infantino has faced scrutiny in the last two weeks for his plans to sell a stake in the World Cup’s commercial rights.
The FIFA President has since scrapped the proposal after receiving significant backlash from across the football industry.
However, many believe the damage has already been done, and Infantino must be replaced as soon as possible.
Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty ImagesLuis Figo wants Gianni Infantino to resign
Luis Figo did not hold back in his criticism of FIFA President Gianni Infantino following his controversial World Cup plans.
“Today I join others from across our game and call for Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA President,” Figo tweeted on Wednesday.
Today I join others from across our game and call for Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA President.
Infantino has debased the office that he promised to elevate. He has lied, deceived and tried to feather his own nest at the expense of the game he is supposed to serve.
He has…
— Luís Figo (@LuisFigo) August 5, 2026
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“Infantino has debased the office that he promised to elevate. He has lied, deceived and tried to feather his own nest at the expense of the game he is supposed to serve.
“He has lost the support of his senior staff, his closest advisers, the vast majority of people who devote their lives to this sport and even, it would seem, the FIFA Peace Prize winner.
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It would apply to men’s and women’s tournaments, as well as the Club World Cup…
“It is too late to save his dignity, but it is not too late to save football. He should go. Now.”
As a Champions League winner and Ballon d’Or recipient, Figo’s brutal statement on Infantino will carry a lot of weight.
The calls for the FIFA President to resign are mounting, and it looks as though his position may have become untenable.
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