Pinnick supports Infantino’s FIFA funding proposal over government aid
Former Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick has voiced support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell a stake in the commercial rights to FIFA competitions. Pinnick believes this move could help developing countries fund football without relying on government support. The proposal involves creating a new commercial subsidiary and has sparked debate among football associations. Both CAF president Patrice Motsepe and NFF president Ibrahim Gusau have shown support for Infantino’s leadership.
Match highlights
- Amaju Pinnick backs Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell a stake in FIFA’s commercial rights, aiming to boost funding for member associations.
- The plan suggests a new commercial subsidiary valued at $20bn, with private investors owning a 20% stake and managing rights to major FIFA competitions.
- Member associations could receive about $40m from the investment and FIFA Forward Programme, reducing dependence on government support.
- The proposal has faced criticism from some football bodies, especially in Europe, but is being discussed among FIFA’s 211 member associations.
- Patrice Motsepe and Ibrahim Gusau have both shown recent support for Infantino’s reforms and leadership.
