Saturday, May 14, 2016

FIFA audit chairman Scala resigns in protest at Infantino (The Associated Press)

FIFA President Gianni Infantino addresses delegates at the start of the 66th FIFA Congress, in Mexico City, Friday, May 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

FIFA audit and compliance chairman Domenico Scala has resigned in protest against a power grab by President Gianni Infantino over control of independent panels that monitor the scandal-hit soccer body. Scala's walkout on Saturday comes amid claims of tension between the two men over Infantino's salary. It marks the first major challenge to the integrity of Infantino's presidency since he was elected to succeed Sepp Blatter in February.


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