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New Zealand Football withdraws support for Infantino, calls for review

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

New Zealand Football withdraws support for Infantino, calls for review
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New Zealand Football announced on August 14 that it has withdrawn support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The decision comes amid increasing pressure following accusations from UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC, which accused Infantino of breaking trust. New Zealand Football cited a breakdown in trust and division within international football, urging for an independent review to restore confidence. The Oceania Football Confederation welcomed the shelving of Infantino's investment plan but stopped short of calling for his resignation. FIFA responded by defending its leadership against efforts perceived as undermining its authority.

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  • •New Zealand Football withdrew support for Gianni Infantino on August 14.
  • •The move follows a letter from multiple confederations criticizing Infantino.
  • •NZF calls for an independent review to rebuild trust in FIFA.
  • •Oceania Football Confederation supports the decision to shelve Infantino's investment plan.
  • •FIFA defends its leadership amid increasing calls for accountability.
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  • 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — New Zealand Football withdraws support for Infantino, urges review
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New Zealand Football said on Friday it had withdrawn support for FIFA boss Gianni Infantino and called for an independent review into his aborted plan to sell off part of the World Cup.New Zealand Football became the latest FIFA member to withdraw support on Friday.

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