Infantino's Support For FIFA Elections

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1. 24 Oct

   Fifa president Gianni Infantino insists he has the backing of the "vast, vast majority" of world football, as he laughed off questions about whether he had considered resigning over the World Cup sell-off debacle.

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Coverage 5 articles

• 24 Oct Infantino claims support of 'vast majority' of soccer ahead of FIFA electionsGianni Infantino, the current FIFA president, asserts that football should heed the opinions of the "vast, vast majority" who support him as he campaigns for a fourth term in office. This comes amid significant opposition to his proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup. The nomination deadline for candidates running against Infantino is set for November 18.ABC News (AU)
• 24 Oct Infantino says ‘vast, vast majority’ of soccer supports him ahead of FIFA electionsGianni Infantino, FIFA’s president, claims broad support within soccer despite controversy over his proposal to sell stakes in future World Cup profits. In an interview with the BBC at the Under-15 World Cup in Azerbaijan, Infantino stated that he has backing from "the vast, vast majority" of FIFA's 211 member associations globally. He faces challenges as some regions like Europe and North America oppose his plan…Global News
• 24 Oct FIFA’s Infantino touts global re-election support amid resignation questionsGianni Infantino, FIFA’s president, dismissed suggestions he might resign over criticism of his FFE proposal by highlighting strong support from around 211 FIFA member associations. This comes three months after the controversial decision was met with calls for his resignation but now, endorsements from key regions like Asia and Africa have bolstered his position. Infantino seeks a fourth term in office until 2031…Al Jazeera
• 24 Oct Infantino says he's supported by 'vast, vast majority' of soccer ahead of FIFA electionsGianni Infantino, FIFA’s president, claims he has the support of most soccer stakeholders worldwide despite facing opposition over his controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup profits. In an interview with BBC at the Under-15 World Cup in Azerbaijan, Infantino stated that he was elected by 211 member associations and emphasized respect for democratic processes within FIFA. He is set to seek re-election in…Toronto Star
• 24 Oct Infantino tells BBC Sport he is backed by 'vast majority' of world footballFifa president Gianni Infantino told BBC Sport that he has support from most of world football despite facing criticism over the controversial Fifa Forward Enterprise proposal. Two months ago, European football's governing body and others accused him of breaking trust through deception regarding this plan to sell commercial rights to a private firm. However, Infantino claims to have "fully endorsed" backing from…BBC

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