FIFA has confirmed the departure of its chief operating officer Kevin Lamour following a period of intense friction within the governing body's hierarchy. The senior executive has left his post just weeks after launching a scathing public attack on president Gianni Infantino regarding controversial plans to commercialise the World Cup.
Advocacy group FairSquare has formally requested that FIFA rule president Gianni Infantino ineligible to stand for re-election next year. The non-profit organisation argues that allowing Infantino to run for a fourth term directly violates FIFA statutes regarding presidential term limits.
Scotland have officially confirmed the appointment of Sebastien Pocognoli as their new head coach on a two-year contract. The former Monaco manager replaces Steve Clarke, who departed following a disappointing group-stage elimination at the recent World Cup. Pocognoli now faces the immediate task of preparing the national team for their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures.
