Countries withdraw support for Gianni Infantino amid FIFA leadership crisis

Gianni Infantino faces growing opposition as several countries announce withdrawal of support for his re-election as FIFA president in 2027. Key European nations such as England, Wales, and Finland have formally retracted their endorsements following Infantino's controversial proposal to privatize the World Cup, leading UEFA to continue its boycott of FIFA competitions. Meanwhile, countries like Mexico and Argentina have reaffirmed their backing for Infantino. The backlash includes criticism from the global players union Fifpro, accusing Infantino of abusing his power.

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