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Qatar FA disputes AFC letter criticizing FIFA President Infantino

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 3:36 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Qatar FA disputes AFC letter criticizing FIFA President Infantino

Summary

Qatar Football Association President Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani has challenged the Asian Football Confederation's (AFC) openness in criticizing FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Al-Thani stated that neither he nor the QFA were consulted before the AFC joined UEFA and CONCACAF in a critical open letter. Infantino faces backlash after proposing private investment in FIFA competitions, prompting calls for his resignation. The situation illustrates deepening divisions within Asian football at a pivotal moment for FIFA leadership as Infantino seeks re-election next year.

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•Qatar FA President Al-Thani demands consultation from the AFC.
•The AFC's critical letter was sent without prior discussion.
•Infantino seeks re-election amid criticism of his leadership.
•Divisions within the AFC are exposed during this critical time.
•Six Arab national football association heads backed Infantino against this criticism.

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