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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 18, 2026Miami-Dade

Norway soccer federation president accuses FIFA of 'management by fear' following executive firing

Lise Klaveness, president of Norway's soccer federation, publicly criticized FIFA leadership for the removal of a senior official. The official had previously opposed FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell off World Cup rights, a plan that has since been withdrawn.

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Why It Matters

The statement highlights internal governance disputes within the international governing body of soccer regarding personnel decisions and leadership tactics.

Key Facts

  • Lise Klaveness accused FIFA of using 'fear tactics' in its management.
  • A senior FIFA official was removed from their position.
  • The removed official had previously opposed Gianni Infantino's plan to sell off World Cup rights.
  • The World Cup sell-off plan mentioned in the report has been withdrawn by FIFA.

Who's Mentioned

organizationUEFA“European soccer governing body”organizationNorway soccer federation“National soccer governing body”personGianni Infantino“FIFA President”organizationFIFA“Global governing body for soccer”personJoshua Kushner“Investor leading the proposed FIFA commercial spin-off”personMattias Grafström“FIFA Secretary General”personKevin Lamour“Former FIFA Chief Operating Officer”personLise Klaveness“Norway soccer president and UEFA executive committee member”