Top leagues unite to demand FIFA reform

Four of Europe's biggest leagues are reportedly set to pile pressure on FIFA's embattled president with a joint statement.

What happened. Serie A, the Premier League, LaLiga and the Bundesliga will reportedly release a joint statement demanding urgent governance reform at FIFA amid the Gianni Infantino controversy. The statement is expected Friday and should push for greater consultation on issues such as the global football calendar.

• It is unclear whether the statement will call for Infantino to resign.
• The push follows the abandoned plan to sell commercial rights to private investors.
• Leagues want more independent oversight and a bigger say in major decisions.

The joint statement adds further pressure on Infantino, who is seeking re-election despite growing calls for him to step down.

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