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A top official leaves FIFA, deepening the fallout from Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan
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· August 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The president's proposal to sell off part of the World Cup had been met with criticism from Lamour. Kevin Lamour, a high-ranking official, is no longer in his position.
A significant departure has occurred within the organization that governs soccer worldwide. Kevin Lamour, a high-ranking official, is no longer in his position. This change comes after he expressed concerns about the president's plans.
The president's proposal to sell off part of the World Cup had been met with criticism from Lamour. His comments suggested a lack of transparency from the president.
Further details about this development are available from the source, including a statement made by Lamour.
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Category: safety Published: August 18, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports Reading time: 1 min
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