Bayern's Eberl slams FIFA World Cup plans: 'It feels really shitty'

Published Jul 29, 03:25 PM UTC

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FC Bayern Munich's sporting director, Max Eberl, has publicly criticized FIFA and its president Gianni Infantino over their controversial World Cup plans. In a statement reported by German outlet BILD Sport on July 29, 2026, Eberl expressed strong displeasure, describing the situation as feeling 'really shitty.' The comments come amid growing backlash against FIFA's proposed expansion or scheduling changes for the World Cup, which many in European football see as detrimental to player welfare and the domestic calendar. Eberl's remarks reflect the frustration of top Bundesliga clubs with FIFA's governance and decision-making processes.

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FC Bayern Munich's sports director, Max Eberl, has voiced strong criticism of FIFA and President Gianni Infantino's World Cup plans, describing the situation in blunt terms.

"It feels really shitty."

Eberl's clear stance comes amid growing backlash over FIFA's proposed changes to the international match calendar and World Cup expansion plans.

Source: SID Date: July 29, 2026 — 5:18 PM

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Original headline: Eberl reagiert auf Fifa-Beben - „Es fühlt sich echt beschissen an“

Original language: DE

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