Infantino Fights On as FIFA Board Affirms Support During Leadership Crisis
TL;DR
Gianni Infantino defied resignation calls as FIFA’s leadership board gathered in Rabat to back him after revelations about selling stakes in FIFA’s business. While Grafström issued a contrite letter of support, tensions linger with UEFA and Concacaf demanding accountability and a broader reckoning. The affair has exposed deep divisions within FIFA’s ranks, with ongoing scrutiny over tournament finances and past ideas like a Super League, leaving Infantino’s presidency technically intact but politically embattled.
- Gianni Infantino fights on as FIFA president after leadership backing. So, what now? The New York Times
- Infantino sorry for 'errors' but gets FIFA board's 'full support' ESPN
- Uefa planning to check if Infantino tried to sell stakes in World Cup on cheap The Guardian
- Gianni Infantino receives ‘full support’ from FIFA leadership after crisis meeting The New York Times
- Soccer legend Figo says beleaguered Infantino ‘must go’ as FIFA holds crisis meeting CNN
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