Controversy Eases as FIFA President Infantino Backtracks on Investment Proposal In a significant U-turn, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has announced that he will no longer pursue a plan to invest in the company behind the popular video game FIFA. The move comes after widespread criticism from football fans, players, and governing bodies, who argued that the proposal would create a conflict of interest and undermine the integrity of the sport. The proposal, which was met with fierce opposition, had sparked concerns that Infantino's personal financial interests could influence his decisions as FIFA president. With Infantino's decision to abandon the plan, the football world can breathe a sigh of relief, but questions remain about the motivations behind his sudden change of heart.


The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why Gianni Infantino has backed down on his controversial investment proposal.