FIFA addresses efforts to undermine Infantino amid escalating crisis

FIFA issued a statement defending President Gianni Infantino amid allegations of misconduct and a failed plan to generate $4.2 billion by selling World Cup commercial rights. The organization condemned what it termed a “concerted effort” to undermine Infantino’s leadership and emphasized that challenges to his presidency must adhere to FIFA’s statutes. While UEFA confirmed a departure payment to a former employee linked to Infantino, FIFA rejected the allegations as unfounded. Despite criticism from UEFA and some national associations, Infantino retains significant support within FIFA.

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