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Infantino advisor resigns over FIFA plans
Carlos Cordeiro resigns from his post as FIFA advisor. The reason behind this are Gianni Infantino's World Cup investors.
Amid the dispute over the controversial investor plan of FIFA President Gianni Infantino (More info>>>), the world governing body loses a close confidant.
Carlos Cordeiro, a long-time advisor to FIFA and former president of the US Soccer Federation, has announced his resignation.
"I cannot stand idly by and watch FIFA consider selling a stake in the World Cup," Cordeiro explained, detailing his decision.
News agency "AP" and "Sky News" report on this, citing a statement from the official.