The Times of India

Infantinos closest adviser quits, denounces World Cup plan as bad deal for football

Carlos Cordeiro, one of Gianni Infantino's closest advisers, has resigned in protest over FIFA's controversial World Cup investment proposal, calling it a bad deal for football and questioning its governance. His departure adds to mounting opposition from UEFA, Concacaf and the AFC, leaving FIFA facing growing internal and external resistance ahead of a crucial member vote.