FIFA reaffirms 'unrestricted support' for Infantino, warns of measures to defend integrity

Published Aug 6, 12:18 AM UTC

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Following an emergency meeting in Rabat, Morocco, FIFA's leadership publicly reaffirmed its 'unrestricted support' for President Gianni Infantino, describing him as the 'sole officeholder' elected by 211 member associations. In turn, Infantino expressed full support for Secretary General Mattias Grafström. The show of unity comes amid a crisis triggered by a failed plan to sell World Cup rights to investors, which FIFA admitted was mishandled and left the FIFA Council and member associations feeling excluded. Infantino abandoned the plan but faces fierce resistance, especially from Europe. FIFA warned it would not tolerate attacks on its integrity and would take measures to defend its reputation. Separately, a report from 'The Times' claimed Infantino promised Morocco the 2030 World Cup final, a claim FIFA denied, stating no decision has been made. The 2030 World Cup is co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with opening matches in South America.

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Original headline: Fifa stellt sich hinter „einzigen Amtsträger“ Infantino und verurteilt „Angriffe auf Integrität“

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