Former UEFA chief Michel Platini has launched a new legal offensive against world football’s governing body FIFA and its president Gianni Infantino, reviving a contentious dispute that dates back to 2015.

Platini Initiates Civil and Criminal Proceedings

The French football legend has initiated both civil and criminal legal actions, targeting FIFA and Infantino personally. The lawsuit stems from allegations of corruption that first emerged almost a decade ago.

• Legal action encompasses both civil and criminal complaints
• Targets include FIFA as an organization and its president directly
• Originates from events in 2015

The 2015 Corruption Allegations

The core of the case revolves around accusations of corrupt practices within FIFA during a period of widespread scandal. Platini was previously suspended and banned from football activities, but he has consistently denied any wrongdoing and claims he was unfairly targeted.

These proceedings represent his latest attempt to clear his name and seek accountability from those he believes orchestrated a campaign against him.

Gianni Infantino’s Role in the Dispute

Infantino, who succeeded Platini as a prominent figure in football administration, is named as a defendant in the new legal filings. The relationship between the two men has been fraught since the 2015 scandal, and this move escalates their personal and professional conflict further.

A Long-Running Saga Continues

As Platini takes his fight to the courts, the football world watches closely. The outcome could have significant implications for FIFA’s leadership and the legacy of one of the game’s most celebrated former players.