# FIFA’s Self-Destruct Button: Masters Blasts Infantino

URL: https://technosports.co.in/fifas-self-destruct-button-masters-blasts-infantino/  
Published: 2026-08-19  
Updated: 2026-08-19  
Author: Rahul Roy

Premier League boss Richard Masters has slammed FIFA’s Gianni Infantino for “pressing the self-destruct button.” The controversy stems from FIFA’s audacious plan to sell minority stakes in the World Cup to private investors.

Masters argues this violates FIFA’s not-for-profit mission. He insists the tournament must be held in trust, not monetized. Is football’s crown jewel up for sale?