Fifa whistleblower alleges ongoing corruption under Infantino's leadership
By
Rob Hastings
Summary
Bonita Mersiades, a Fifa whistleblower who exposed corruption in World Cup hosting bids, argues that Gianni Infantino's presidency has failed to deliver on promises of transparency and good governance. A decade after Infantino took office following major bribery scandals, Fifa continues to face damaging allegations including secret payments and ticketing extortion, even during the World Cup. The article presents a critical insider perspective on the ongoing ethical failures within football's global governing body.
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bskyFifa whistleblower alleges ongoing corruption under Infantino's leadershipinews.co.ukKey quotes
· 4 pulledFootball's global governing body would be rebuilt with 'good governance and transparency', the Swiss administrator pledged.
Everyone in the world will applaud us.
A decade into Infantino's reign, however, damaging allegations continue to hit the association – from allegations of secret payments to claims of ticketing extortion – even while the World Cup is under way.
Nobody feels more outraged
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