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FA maintains opposition to Gianni Infantino amid FIFA support

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

FA maintains opposition to Gianni Infantino amid FIFA support
Summary

The Football Association reaffirms its stance against Gianni Infantino's leadership as FIFA expresses its full support for him. FA sources indicate a continued withdrawal of backing for Infantino's re-election bid, reflecting widespread discontent among national associations. This includes opposition from the Football Association of Wales and others. Tensions are escalating within FIFA, with potential plans for a governance boycott if demands for accountability are not met. FIFA’s latest statement acknowledged past mistakes regarding a proposal for private investors, insisting all actions were in compliance with regulatory frameworks. Infantino aims to retain his position despite the ongoing controversies.

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By the Numbers
  • •FA opposes Infantino's leadership amid FIFA's support.
  • •The Welsh FA and others have withdrawn backing.
  • •FIFA acknowledges past mistakes in proposals.
  • •Governance boycott could ensue if demands are unmet.
  • •Infantino asserts intent to remain in charge despite opposition.
Latest Updates
  • 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — Infantino saga: FIFA defends embattled president after fresh UEFA allegations
  • 12:06 AMESPN Soccer — FIFA hits out at campaign to 'undermine' Infantino
  • 10:29 PMYahoo Sports — FIFA condemns 'concerted and ongoing effort' to weaken Infantino
  • 10:17 PMThe Guardian Sport — Fifa launches new attack on media over alleged ‘concerted effort’ to undermine Gianni Infantino
  • 9:51 PMYahoo Sports — Fifa criticises campaign to oust president Infantino
  • 9:47 PMBBC Sport — Fifa criticises campaign to oust president Infantino
  • 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 FIFA denounces campaign against Infantino, backs his leadership
  • 12:52 PMYahoo Sports — FA doubles down on Gianni Infantino stance as Fifa rallies behind under-fire president
What they're saying
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Fifa issues statement defending under-fire president ‘Insinuation should not be presented as fact’ Fifa has issued a new statement alleging there is a “concerted and ongoing effort by some to undermine Fifa and its president” as pressure increases on Gianni Infantino. The governing body issued the statement in response to Uefa confirming on Saturday that a “departure payment” was made to a female employee who is alleged to have been in a relationship with Infantino while he was the organisation’s general secretary – allegations Fifa dismissed as “categorically untrue”. Continue reading...

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FIFA on Saturday condemned "a concerted and ongoing effort by some to undermine" the world game's governing body and its president Gianni Infantino as the controversy over his now shelved private investment plan rumbles on.Infantino, who is standing for re-election next March, has been embroiled in a crisis since the announcement late last month of his controversial -- and ultimately abandoned -- plan to open up the World Cup to private investors.

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FIFA has issued a strongly worded statement denouncing an attempt to destabilize the organization. It staunchly defends Gianni Infantino.The body says it will not support any electoral process for the...

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