Sepp Blatter blasts FIFA and Gianni Infantino and says World Cup 'lost its credibility'
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has launched a fresh attack on current FIFA president Gianni Infantino, accusing him of allowing politics to overshadow football during the 2026 World Cup. Blatter criticized Infantino's close relationship with US President Donald Trump, particularly after a controversial decision to suspend a red card for US player Folarin Balogun following a phone call from Trump. Blatter stated the tournament 'lost its credibility' and called for 'new leadership' at FIFA. La Liga president Javier Tebas also criticized Infantino, saying his time is up but noting that no opposition candidate has emerged to challenge him. The article highlights growing concerns over over-commercialisation, ticket prices, and political interference in football governance.
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