FIFA's operational director made several critical comments about the leadership of the organisation's president in an interview. He stated that FIFA staff were being misled and that a specific project was the responsibility of one person. He also suggested that football's leaders should ask themselves the right questions and make the right decisions.
The comments were made despite the director knowing they could cost him his job. The project in question was not specified, but the comments were clearly aimed at the organisation's leadership. FIFA has since confirmed the director's departure, but denies that his criticism was the direct reason.
The director's comments were a significant departure from the usual tone of FIFA officials and sparked interest in the football world. His statements have now been followed by his departure from the organisation, leaving many questions unanswered. The exact reasons for his departure remain unclear, and FIFA has not commented further on the matter.