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FIFA apologises but backs Infantino after World Cup sell-off controversy
India🏛️ PoliticsCenter7 hr. ago

FIFA apologises but backs Infantino after World Cup sell-off controversy

FIFA has apologized for mishandling Gianni Infantino's proposed sell-off plan for World Cup profits through FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), which was ultimately abandoned due to strong opposition. Following a crisis meeting in Rabat, Morocco, FIFA's leadership, including Secretary General Mattias Grafström and members of the management board, reaffirmed their support for Infantino despite growing criticism. The organization acknowledged procedural errors and committed to improving its processes. However, pressure on Infantino remains high, with groups like the European Leagues and former players calling for governance reforms and questioning FIFA's decision-making. Political figures such as Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have also expressed loss of confidence in Infantino.

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Times of India logoTimes of IndiaIndependentCenter7 hr. ago
FIFA apologises but backs Infantino after World Cup sell-off controversy

FIFA has apologized for mishandling Gianni Infantino's proposed sell-off plan for World Cup profits through FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), which was ultimately abandoned due to strong opposition. Following a crisis meeting in Rabat, Morocco, FIFA's leadership, including Secretary General Mattias Grafström and members of the management board, reaffirmed their support for Infantino despite growing criticism. The organization acknowledged procedural errors and committed to improving its processes. However, pressure on Infantino remains high, with groups like the European Leagues and former players calling for governance reforms and questioning FIFA's decision-making. Political figures such as Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have also expressed loss of confidence in Infantino.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of FIFA's official stance supporting Infantino and the external criticisms against him. It reports both the formal apology and process improvements from FIFA, alongside the ongoing pressure from critics and political figures. There is no clear ideological slan

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