Six Arab federations support Gianni Infantino amid FIFA challenges
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:53 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The heads of six Arab football federations publicly expressed their full support for Gianni Infantino on August 13, 2026. This backing comes as Infantino faces scrutiny related to his unsuccessful World Cup private investment proposal. The endorsement signifies a commitment from these federations to stand by the FIFA president during a turbulent period in his leadership. The federations conveyed their confidence in Infantino's ability to navigate the challenges he currently faces within the organization.
- •Six Arab federations endorse Gianni Infantino's presidency.
- •The support follows a failed investment plan for the World Cup.
- •The statement was made on August 13, 2026.
- •Federations expressed full confidence in Infantino's leadership.
- 3:47 PMESPN Soccer — Six Arab federations back Infantino as FIFA chief
"The heads of six Arab football 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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