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World Cup 2026

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Times probe: Infantino received undisclosed $1.76m from 2026 World Cup entity in 2024

Oct 13, 2026

FRANCE 24's morning press review covered multiple stories: French high-school protests expanding with left-wing politicians, unions, and possible farmers/Yellow Vests ahead of 2027 elections; a divisive parliamentary bill on sexual violence against women and children that removed protections for undocumented victims and paid leave for survivors, drawing Amnesty criticism; an Indian opposition 'March for Democracy' in Delhi accusing the election chief of voter fraud targeting Muslims. The segment closed with The Times investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino's undisclosed second salary from the 2026 World Cup organizing company and a light story on a viral Chinese cat. Sourcing was primarily named French and international newspapers with one Amnesty statement; no direct FIFA comment was included.

Source: FRANCE 24 English

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Infantino denies UEFA paid six-figure sum to alleged lover

Aug 8, 2026

The BBC News segment reports on a Daily Telegraph investigation alleging that during Gianni Infantino's tenure as UEFA secretary general (2009-2016), a female employee with whom he was allegedly in a relationship received a six-figure severance payment and funding for an MBA. FIFA issued a statement strongly denying the claims as categorically untrue and defamatory, noting no complaints were ever raised. UEFA confirmed a departure payment was made in line with regulations at the time, which have since been tightened, alongside MBA fees. The report includes background on Infantino's recent backlash over a now-shelved proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup, leading to UEFA criticism and boycott threats, contrasted with support from CONMEBOL. It features correspondent Mike Bushell providing context and on-the-ground footage from Infantino's visit to Colombia for a presidential inauguration, where he avoided questions on the scandal and his leadership.

Source: BBC News