The week that shook Gianni Infantino, FIFA and global soccer
Summary
Host Jillian Sackowitz and guests Asla Pellett and Megan Faringa discuss the fallout from FIFA’s scrapped stake sale, which triggered a global boycott and threatens President Gianni Infantino’s leadership. The episode covers NWSL updates, including Sam Kerr’s milestone goal, Emily Sonnet’s season-ending injury, and Jess Fishlock’s winner. Finally, Faringa analyzes Manchester United’s parting ways with manager Mark Skinner amid budget disputes and WSL competitiveness concerns.
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Teaser: FIFA controversy and future implications
Show intro: FIFA stake sale scandal and NWSL preview
NWSL recap: Gotham FC tops table, Sam Kerr goal
Emily Sonnet injury: Knee surgery and World Cup outlook
Jess Fishlock's late winner and retirement announcement
NWSL results: Washington and Utah big wins, standings
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FIFA stake sale: Proposal details and shareholder concerns
Infantino's motives: Power, money, and control
Global backlash: UEFA boycott and federation reactions
Political fallout: Infantino's leadership under threat
Carlos Cordero resigns from FIFA advisory role
Impact on women's football: Boycott and World Cup future
Future of FIFA: Reckoning and ongoing saga
Man United Women: Mark Skinner resignation and budget issues
Outro: Listener mailbag and show credits
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