Former Portuguese footballer Luis Figo has called for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to resign, in an opinion piece published in the British newspaper Daily Mail. Figo, who ran against Infantino in the 2016 FIFA presidential election, wrote: "I could write 10,000 words about the problems at FIFA. But the solution is three words: Infantino must go."
Figo, who initially supported Infantino during the 2016 campaign, expressed disappointment with the current leadership. He stated, "I have met a few crooks in my career but..." (the quote continues in the original article). The former Barcelona and Real Madrid winger criticized the lack of transparency and accountability within FIFA under Infantino's tenure.
Infantino, who has led FIFA since 2016, has faced multiple controversies, including investigations into his conduct and the organization's handling of various issues. Figo's call comes amid ongoing debates about FIFA's governance and its impact on global football.
As of August 6, 2026, Infantino remains in his position, and FIFA has not yet responded publicly to Figo's remarks. The op-ed has sparked discussions among football stakeholders about the future direction of the sport's governing body.
