FIFA president faces income allegations

The Times reported that Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, may have received over 1.5 million euros in undeclared income in 2024 through a company called FWC2026 US Inc. This income is not listed in FIFA’s public records, even though the organization’s statutes require the president’s salary to be made public.

Alleged use of undeclared funds

According to sources cited by the British newspaper, the unreported money may have been used to pay for the use of a villa owned by Infantino in a prestigious area of Miami Beach. This raises questions about the transparency of his financial dealings.

Repeat of undeclared income

The Times suggests that this pattern of undeclared income may have continued in 2025 and 2026. If true, it could further weaken Infantino’s position ahead of the next FIFA presidential election, scheduled for March 18, 2027, in Rabat, Morocco.

Lack of opposition candidates

The report notes that for Infantino’s position to be seriously challenged, credible opposition candidates need to emerge. However, no strong contenders have appeared so far, which could affect the election’s dynamics.

FIFA’s financial transparency under scrutiny

The Times investigation highlights the lack of financial transparency in FIFA, especially regarding Infantino’s income. The newspaper claims that FIFA did not disclose all the money paid to him in 2024, including an additional 1.5 million euros through FWC2026 US Inc., a company linked to the 2026 World Cup in the United States.

Infantino’s ongoing controversy

Infantino has been at the center of media attention since the 2026 World Cup, and this new scandal adds to the pressure on him. The allegations suggest that FIFA may have failed to comply with its own rules on financial disclosure, raising concerns about the organization’s integrity.