Michel Platini, the former head of European football’s governing body, UEFA, has issued a sharp critique of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, stating that he 'must go.' In a recent interview, Platini characterized Infantino’s tenure as being defined by an obsession with 'money and power' rather than the best interests of the sport.

Platini’s comments represent a significant escalation in the long-standing tension between the two football administrators. While Platini did not provide specific evidence of wrongdoing in the provided report, his remarks serve as a direct challenge to Infantino’s authority at the helm of the world’s football governing body. Infantino, who succeeded Sepp Blatter, has faced various criticisms regarding FIFA’s governance and commercial direction throughout his presidency, though he has consistently maintained that his reforms have improved the organization's transparency and financial health.

This public call for resignation highlights the ongoing internal friction within international football politics. Platini, who was once a powerful figure in the sport before being banned from football-related activities following a corruption scandal—a ban he has consistently denied as unjust—remains a vocal critic of the current FIFA administration. FIFA has not yet issued a formal response to these specific comments from Platini. The situation underscores the deep-seated divisions that continue to influence the leadership of global football, with former officials frequently clashing with current leadership over the direction and ethics of the organization.