FIFA Chief Infantino Denies UEFA Fund Misuse, Calls Allegations Defamatory

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has strongly denied allegations that UEFA funds were improperly used in a former employee's exit package. The accusations also point to an unexplained promotion and a significant salary increase for the individual in question. UEFA, however, has defended the departure payment, stating it was fully compliant with regulations in place at the time. The controversy adds to growing scrutiny over Infantino's leadership at FIFA, which was already under pressure following the withdrawal of a World Cup investment proposal.