Off the PitchDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 7 Aug 2026
Infantino Faces Calls to Quit After UEFA Pay-Off Claim
A six-figure pay-off to an alleged mistress is the latest scandal to rock FIFA's president.
Who
Gianni Infantino
What
UEFA paid off alleged mistress
When
During his time as UEFA general secretary
Where
UEFA
What happened. UEFA confirmed it made a six-figure departure payment to a female employee who allegedly had an affair with Gianni Infantino during his time as UEFA general secretary, and also paid for her MBA course.
- The woman was promoted and given a 30% pay rise during the relationship.
- UEFA's then-president Michel Platini was reportedly aware and raised concerns.
- Infantino faces calls to resign after abandoning a plan to sell World Cup stakes.
“We are aware of the allegations and can confirm a departure payment was made to the individual in question, coupled with the payment of fees for an MBA course at a local business school.”
— UEFA
The revelations add to pressure on Infantino, who was expected to seek a fourth term as FIFA president in March.
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