Global sports bodies FIFA and the IOC have failed to show strong leadership after corruption and doping scandals, according to a European lawmakers group. In the report focusing on soccer, FIFA President Gianni Infantino is described as a micro-manager, removing independent officials who "might have embarrassed" him by doing their duty. The FIFA and IOC ethics panels, which can ban top sports officials, were both criticized for now lacking independence. The FIFA ethics committee leaders have inherited hundreds of potential cases. The International Olympic Committee needs to demonstrate bolder leadership and make headway in speeding up reforms."

Source: ABC News December 07, 2017 19:15 UTC