The head of the Jordanian Football Association has accused FIFA of blackmail, alleging that support for Gianni Infantino’s re-election was offered in return for paying the national team’s overdue reward. The payment concerns the team’s second-place finish in the Arab Cup. The allegation adds to mounting controversy surrounding Infantino and is described as arguably the most serious mark against him yet. In an initial response, Infantino convened a crisis meeting with other FIFA directors in Morocco.

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing renewed criticism over his now-abandoned proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup. Secretary general Mattias Grafström and chief of global football development Arsene Wenger both criticised the plan. Infantino had been expected to seek a fourth term without opposition, but fresh challengers could emerge when he stands for election next March. The setback adds to pressure on his leadership.

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Gianni Infantino is fighting to preserve his position as FIFA president. Sweden and Wales have pulled their national federations’ backing for his bid to win another term, while the English Football Association is reportedly preparing to do the same. Their withdrawals follow comparable rebukes from UEFA and CONCACAF. Fans and clubs have reacted angrily to Infantino’s now-abandoned proposal to sell private investors shares in World Cup profits.

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