UEFA demands answers from FIFA over Infantino's leadership and governance

2026, October 20

Switzerland / Europe

European football's governing body, UEFA, has reportedly requested detailed answers from FIFA concerning governance and transparency under president Gianni Infantino. According to British media reports cited by Reuters, UEFA general secretary Theodore Theodoridis sent a letter containing 42 questions across 12 subjects, requesting responses by 2 November. Reuters said it had not independently verified the document.

The questions reportedly include FIFA's abandoned proposal for a commercial enterprise, the FIFA Forward Enterprise, and the organisation's FIFA Peace Prize. Infantino is seeking re-election in March 2027, making the dispute particularly significant as football's governing bodies prepare for the next leadership contest. Neither organisation had publicly commented on the reported letter at the time of Reuters' report.

Why it matters: The dispute could deepen divisions between FIFA and European football authorities. Its outcome may influence governance reforms, commercial decisions and confidence in the administration of the world's most popular sport.

Source: Reuters — UEFA demands answers from FIFA over Infantino's presidency