Fifa throws support behind beleaguered president Infantino
- Fifa has condemned what it describes as concerted efforts to “undermine” its president, Gianni Infantino.
- Infantino faced calls for his resignation after abandoning a controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and other competitions.
- The proposed sell-off led to a boycott threat from Uefa, with the Football Association among those withdrawing support for Infantino.
- Fifa has strongly disputed a claim by The Telegraph alleging that Uefa paid off Infantino’s supposed lover during his time at the European body.
- Infantino is seeking re-election in March next year and has received backing from South American and African football confederations.
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