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FIFA Reform: Addressing Governance Conflicts

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to allow private investors comes amid criticism over conflicts of interest and rule bending during the World Cup.

FIFA is facing mounting criticism for its dual role as both organizer of the world's biggest sporting event and rule-maker for football globally. The recent World Cup highlighted these conflicts as FIFA allegedly bent rules regarding suspensions and half-time duration to generate more attention and revenue. solvita.blog

Experts suggest separating FIFA's commercial, regulatory, and development functions to address these fundamental conflicts of interest. This structural reform could help restore trust in football's governing body as it seeks a path forward amid ongoing scrutiny.