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details of individuals involved have been revealed. Investigations are still
ongoing. So the elections of Infantino does not mean criminals who are still
within the organization will now go scott-free.

How to solve FIFA financial problems?

FIFA and its affiliate
confederations and
associations remain
independent and
cushioned from
government’s meddling. It
would be quite difficult for
outsiders to get involved
with their dealings.

And this has been a
comfortable umbrella for many unscrupulous activities.

Separating the roles and delegating the financial aspect of the organisation to a
trusted and independent structure could help guarantee transparency but then
it all depends on the political will of stakeholders.
Secondly, term limits for the presidential role could push those in power to
lead with integrity ahead of inventory from a new administration.

On the 26th of February 2016, Gianni Infantino was elected as the man with the
burden to clean up after Blatter and restore FIFA’s image and this time, the
world of football is on the lookout to see if he is the man that could overhaul
the Zurich-based glass house and restore its reputation while protecting the
beautiful game.