Crisis Meeting Called by Infantino in Rabat: Reports
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called a crisis meeting with senior officials in Rabat amid rising pressures and recent controversies. Details remain unclear as he faces challenges following a failed investment deal.
Crisis Meeting Called by Infantino in Rabat
As of August 4, 2026, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly summoned senior officials of the football governing body for a crisis meeting in Rabat, Morocco. This information was confirmed by British media outlets including "The Times," "Sky UK," and "BBC" on Tuesday evening. The meeting is set to take place on Wednesday, during Infantino's stay in the co-hosting nation of the 2030 World Cup. However, details regarding the specific agenda of the meeting remain unclear.
Increasing Pressure on Infantino
Pressure has mounted on the 56-year-old Swiss official over the past week, particularly following the collapse of a proposed investment deal that he was pursuing. Earlier on Tuesday, FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and FIFA Director Arsène Wenger distanced themselves from the once seemingly untouchable president. Despite the mounting challenges, Infantino made it clear he has no intention of resigning. He took to Instagram to share a flurry of photos from past World Cups and to circulate letters of support from various football associations.
In Rabat, where FIFA's regional headquarters for Africa is located, the 77th FIFA Congress and the next presidential elections are scheduled for 2027. Infantino had recently made a public appearance in the Moroccan capital as a guest of King Mohammed VI, further highlighting his ongoing involvement in the region's football governance.
