FIFA accused UEFA of running a “smear campaign” against FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The dispute has reached a US court, where UEFA is seeking permission to collect evidence for criminal proceedings in Switzerland.
WHO:FIFA
WHAT:FIFA accused UEFA of a “smear campaign” against Infantino as the dispute proceeds in a US court.
WHEN:Reported Sep 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:FIFA made the accusation in response to UEFA’s actions in the ongoing dispute, which has reached a US court where UEFA seeks evidence for criminal proceedings in Switzerland.
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