Fifa president Gianni Infantino is facing intensified opposition over plans to sell stakes in football competitions to private investors. Fifa chief operating officer Kevin Lamour said staff had been deceived and urged political leaders to act, adding that he would accept losing his job for speaking out; the dispute raises concerns about the future governance and independence of the World Cup.

The Asian Football Confederation joined Uefa and Concacaf in opposing the proposal, while senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro resigned, calling it a bad deal that could mortgage football’s future. A simple majority of 106 from Fifa’s 211 members would be needed, but the three opposing confederations represent 136 votes if their member associations follow their positions; Conmebol has requested further details.