Premier League Joins European Leagues in Urgent Call for FIFA Overhaul Amid Leadership Crisis

Premier League and top European leagues demand FIFA reform as Infantino faces leadership scrutiny. New calls for governance changes emerge.

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September 24, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — The Premier League has joined forces with three of Europe’s leading football leagues to push for urgent reforms at FIFA, as the organization faces mounting pressure following a crisis surrounding its president, Gianni Infantino.

The move comes after Premier League chief executive Richard Masters called for a new presidential candidate who can bridge divisions among football’s global confederations. He emphasized the need for a fresh approach to governance, citing the ongoing controversy surrounding Infantino’s leadership.

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The Association of European Soccer Leagues, which includes the Premier League, LaLiga, and Serie A, has also demanded changes to FIFA’s structure. They criticized a recent proposal from Infantino as ‘dangerous’ and raised concerns about the organization’s internal culture and decision-making processes. This follows growing criticism from UEFA, CONCACAF, and other key stakeholders.

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