Infantino’s team unravels as Kevin Lamour resigns
FIFA confirmed that Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour's employment ended on 17 August 2026 amid a spate of departures around Infantino.
Kevin Lamour, FIFA's chief operating officer and long-standing close aide to the federation's president, has resigned from his post, FIFA confirmed on 17 August 2026.
Lamour's departure is the latest in a series of high-profile exits from the inner circle around Infantino, signalling growing instability inside the governing body.
Pressure inside FIFA
Those close to the organisation say the resignations follow a string of controversial decisions and moves by Infantino that have drawn criticism from many quarters and left his team increasingly depleted.
In a brief statement, FIFA said: "FIFA can confirm that the employment relationship between FIFA and Kevin Lamour as Chief Operating Officer of FIFA ended on 17 August 2026."
The resignation raises questions about operational continuity at FIFA as the federation prepares for upcoming events and ongoing internal reviews. Analysts expect further departures could follow if tensions are not resolved.
FIFA has so far provided only concise public statements; club and confederation leaders will be watching closely for how the organisation manages the transition and fills the operational gap left by Lamour.
Photo: press material from the event
