FIFA chief Infantino faces mixed support as NZ Football withdraws backing
Gianni Infantino retains support from Arab football federations but New Zealand Football has withdrawn its confidence in the embattled FIFA president.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is under pressure following his failed World Cup private investment plan. Six Arab football federation heads have expressed their full support and confidence in him. However, New Zealand Football has withdrawn its backing, citing a breakdown in trust and increased division within international football.
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FIFA chief Infantino receives support from 6 Arab federations amid revolt
The heads of six Arab soccer federations expressed their “full support” and “confidence” in Gianni Infantino on Thursday as the embattled FIFA president fights to keep his job after his failed World Cup private investment plan.
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NZ Football withdraws support for Infantino
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NZ Football pulls support for Infantino as FIFA President
"Decisions and actions within FIFA have contributed to a breakdown in trust and increased division within international football," the organisation said.
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FIFA chief receives support from 6 Arab federations amid revolt
The heads of six Arab football federations expressed their "full support" and "confidence" in Gianni Infantino on Friday.