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European football officials eye Qatari sports executive to challenge Infantino

European football officials are exploring the possibility of nominating Nasser al-Khelaifi, a prominent Qatari sports executive and president of Paris Saint-Germain, as a candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino in the upcoming FIFA presidential election. This move follows criticism of Infantino's proposal to sell shares in the World Cup to external investors, which has drawn opposition from European politicians and sports leaders. UEFA plans to hold an emergency meeting to determine a unified stance, potentially including a boycott of the next World Cup. Al-Khelaifi, who has played a key role in stabilizing European football organizations and overseeing the success of Paris Saint-Germain, has publicly stated he has no interest in pursuing the FIFA presidency. However, some European officials believe his involvement could provide a strong counterbalance to Infantino's plans.

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European football officials eye Qatari sports executive to challenge Infantino

European football officials are exploring the possibility of nominating Nasser al-Khelaifi, a prominent Qatari sports executive and president of Paris Saint-Germain, as a candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino in the upcoming FIFA presidential election. This move follows criticism of Infantino's proposal to sell shares in the World Cup to external investors, which has drawn opposition from European politicians and sports leaders. UEFA plans to hold an emergency meeting to determine a unified stance, potentially including a boycott of the next World Cup. Al-Khelaifi, who has played a key role in stabilizing European football organizations and overseeing the success of Paris Saint-Germain, has publicly stated he has no interest in pursuing the FIFA presidency. However, some European officials believe his involvement could provide a strong counterbalance to Infantino's plans.

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