Lamour leaves Fifa after Infantino plan criticism
Summary
Kevin Lamour has left his role as Chief Operating Officer at FIFA less than three weeks after criticizing FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in football competitions to private investors. FIFA confirmed the end of their working relationship on August 17, 2026, but did not comment on reports that Lamour was dismissed.Key Facts
- Kevin Lamour was FIFA’s Chief Operating Officer and left the job on August 17, 2026.
- Lamour had criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s abandoned plan called FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE).
- Lamour said the FFE plan was "the project of one person" and that FIFA’s administration felt "deceived."
- He joined FIFA in November 2024 after working at UEFA.
- FIFA’s secretary general informed staff about Lamour’s departure via email.
- Lamour said he understood losing his job if it was due to his public criticism.
- Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in competitions was not supported by FIFA officials and was dropped.
- FIFA thanked Lamour for his two years of service and wished him well for the future.
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