FIFA's director of operations, Kevin Lamour, was dismissed on Monday, August 18, 2026, following his public criticism of FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Lamour had voiced concerns over a controversial plan to create a commercial subsidiary within the world football governing body.
The dismissal comes after Lamour's remarks, which were reported by French media, including L'Équipe. Lamour, who was considered the third-highest-ranking official at FIFA, had questioned the transparency and governance of the proposed commercial entity.
FIFA has not yet issued an official statement regarding Lamour's departure. The organization has faced scrutiny in recent years over its governance and financial practices, and this incident adds to ongoing debates about internal accountability.
As of now, no successor has been announced. Lamour's exit marks a significant shake-up in FIFA's senior management, with potential implications for the organization's future commercial strategies.
