FIFA could lose its tax-exempt status! Explosive complaint filed against Infantino in the US
Another major scandal has erupted around FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
Details: According to The Guardian, a formal complaint has been filed with the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS), demanding an investigation into allegations that an individual on FIFA's payroll was privately working as a housekeeper for Gianni Infantino.
The complaint, submitted by Washington-based lawyer Abed Ayoub, alleges that the employee performed domestic duties exclusively for Infantino and his wife, Leena, at their Miami residence while receiving compensation or benefits through a FIFA-affiliated entity.
The filing raises serious questions about the possible misuse of FIFA resources, financial reporting, compensation and employment records. The complainant is asking US authorities to examine the relevant documents and determine whether any regulations were violated.
If the IRS launches an investigation and the allegations are substantiated, FIFA could potentially lose its tax-exempt status in the United States under section 501(c)(4). However, the filing itself does not mean that a formal investigation has already begun.
FIFA has categorically rejected the allegations. A spokesperson insisted that Infantino personally covers all expenses associated with domestic staff and urged the media not to spread unverified claims.
It is worth noting that Gianni Infantino has served as FIFA president since February 26, 2016, when he was elected at an extraordinary FIFA Congress.
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Steven Perez
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