FA Chair Demands Transparency Over Infantino’s £15bn World Cup Sell-Off Plan

FA Chair Debbie Hewitt pressures FIFA President Gianni Infantino to disclose documents regarding a controversial £15bn World Cup stake sale and inquiry.

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September 17, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — The Football Association (FA) has intensified pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino, formally requesting the disclosure of all documentation surrounding his contentious proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup.

FA Chair Debbie Hewitt has issued a direct demand for transparency regarding the £15bn sell-off scheme. This move comes as Mr. Infantino faces a challenging campaign for re-election.

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Beyond the financial proposal, the FA is also seeking full access to records concerning the controversy involving Folarin Balogun’s red card. England’s FIFA vice president has further advocated for an independent review into the president’s actions.

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