Michel Platini
President of UEFA
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View Timeline →Former UEFA Boss Platini Calls for FIFA President Infantino's Resignation
Former UEFA president Michel Platini has called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign, criticizing him for prioritizing money and power. This controversy highlights ongoing…
World Sports in 2015
In 2015, significant events in global sports included FIFA and UEFA leadership changes due to corruption scandals, the rise of women's football highlighted by the…
FIFA Bans Blatter and Platini from Football Activities for Eight Years
FIFA's Ethics Committee has banned Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini from football activities for eight years due to violations of FIFA's rules regarding personal interests…
Switzerland Opens Legal Case Against Sepp Blatter, FIFA President
Swiss prosecutors have initiated a criminal investigation into FIFA President Sepp Blatter for alleged misconduct and abuse of power, following a broader inquiry into corruption…
FIFA Delays Selection of Host for 2026 World Cup
FIFA has postponed the selection process for the 2026 World Cup host amid ongoing corruption investigations and the resignation of Sepp Blatter. Jerome Valcke, FIFA's…
Sepp Blatter Resigns from FIFA Presidency
Sepp Blatter announced his resignation from the FIFA presidency amid a financial scandal and after being re-elected just days earlier. His decision highlights the ongoing…
Hyundai, FIFA Sponsor, 'Deeply Concerned' About Corruption Case
Hyundai, a major sponsor of FIFA, has expressed serious concern over recent corruption arrests within the organization. Seven senior FIFA officials were arrested in Switzerland…
Blatter Responds to FIFA Financial Scandal: More Bad News on the Way
Sepp Blatter, FIFA's Secretary General, addressed the ongoing financial scandal following the arrest of seven FIFA officials, claiming that bribers are in the minority and…