The crisis has extended to the heart of Fifa's leadership. Sepp Blatter, the man who has led Fifa since 1998 and has been at the centre of Fifa politics, is now facing suspension because of the criminal inquiry that was opened by Swiss authorities two weeks ago.
Many had put Fifa's future in the hands of Michel Platini and saw him as a figure to lead Fifa out of the crisis. He now has a big problem because he too has been suspended. He has confirmed that he has put in his application for the presidency but can he run?
Many are hoping this is the cathartic moment Fifa needs to go through so it can emerge with its credibility restored - but that looks a long way in the future.
Issa Hayatou, who heads Africa's football confederation (Caf), will act as Fifa president during Blatter's ban.
Hayatou, meanwhile, has issued a statement saying he will only serve on an interim basis and will not be standing for election.
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