FIFA staff were 'deceived' over World Cup sell-off plan, COO tells AP

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View in Browser FIFA staff were 'deceived' over World Cup sell-off plan, COO tells AP July 31, 2026 “It is the project of one person,” wrote Kevin Lamour, a long-time colleague of Gianni Infantino, in a statement criticizing the FIFA president's lack of openness about the proposal. Read more Want more from AP News? Sign up for Morning Wire and Afternoon Wire for a rundown of the top stories of the day. ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.