Israeli striker Sayed Abu Farchi was dismissed during a Nations League match against Austria after a goal celebration that officials deemed inflammatory.
Facing mounting pressure from confederations and legal threats, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed an external governance review to stabilize the organization.
UEFA faces criticism over its rigid stance on international match pairings, while Nigerian authorities grapple with the fallout of 37 deaths in state custody.
UEFA and CONCACAF leaders have formally challenged FIFA’s financial strategy, demanding an independent audit and a major payout to member associations.
English FA chair Debbie Hewitt has formally requested that FIFA disclose all records regarding a failed private equity deal and alleged political interference in disciplinary rulings.