UEFA chief Ceferin says trust with FIFA remains broken after Infantino investment dispute

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin addressed the media on Thursday, marking his first public comments since FIFA announced a review of its decision‑making processes earlier this month. Speaking at a press conference in Zurich, Ceferin said the ongoing review does not yet restore confidence between the two governing bodies, adding that “the trust that once existed is still broken.” He referred to recent controversies surrounding FIFA’s handling of the 2022 World Cup bidding process and subsequent governance reforms, which have strained relations with UEFA and its member associations.

Ceferin emphasized that UEFA will continue to monitor FIFA’s progress and cooperate where interests align, but warned that any future collaboration depends on transparent, accountable actions from FIFA. He called for a clear timeline and concrete measures to address the identified shortcomings, noting that “without demonstrable change, the partnership essential to European football’s growth remains jeopardised.” The statement underscores ongoing tensions within global football governance as both organisations seek to rebuild credibility among clubs, players and fans.