FIFA
- by Daniel Ochei
- 5 August 2026
Jordan FA president Prince Ali bin Hussein has launched a scathing attack on FIFA president Gianni Infantino, accusing him of blackmail.
Pressure is mounting on Infantino following the collapse of his controversial plan to sell a £3.1 billion stake in FIFA’s competitions.
The proposal was abandoned after fierce opposition from within the organisation, triggering fresh questions over his future.
UEFA and CONCACAF have already called for Infantino to step aside. Jordan has now become the first Asian football association to openly join the revolt.
This has taken the number of nations opposing Infantino to 91 if all UEFA and CONCACAF members align with their confederations.
A total of 106 national associations would be required to remove him from office.
In a strongly worded statement, Prince Ali claimed FIFA had ignored repeated requests for assistance with several issues affecting Jordan’s national team.
They had qualified for the World Cup for the first time but faced visa difficulties that prevented some supporters from travelling despite holding match tickets.
He was unhappy with the taxes they faced at their tournament camp, and delayed prize money from the Arab Cup in Qatar.
He claimed the association has still not received reward payments owed to players after reaching the Arab Cup final, despite FIFA’s substantial financial reserves.
He alleged that during the World Cup he was told backing Infantino for a fourth presidential term would improve FIFA’s willingness to help Jordan resolve its outstanding issues.
Prince Ali said Jordan had refused to endorse Infantino previously and would not do so now, insisting the alleged approach amounted to blackmail.
He added that the Jordan FA would continue to uphold what it considers ethical principles rather than bow to political pressure.
These allegations are the most serious public accusations levelled against Infantino, piling further pressure on him as opposition to his leadership continues to grow.
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Source: Footballtoday.com
