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AFC Backs Infantino for FIFA Re-election
Asian football body joins Infantino in FIFA re-election bid after past disagreements.
In brief
Asian football body joins Infantino in FIFA re-election bid after past disagreements. Confederation of Asian Football (AFC) supports Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency despite previous conflicts. Originally reported by SI Mexico.
AFC supports Infantino
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) endorsed Gianni Infantino's re-election bid for FIFA president after previously rejecting his private investment plan.
Infantino's re-election timeline
Infantino, 56, has led FIFA since 2016 and will seek re-election in March after a failed private investment proposal.
AFC joins UEFA and Concacaf
The AFC joined UEFA and Concacaf in August to oppose Infantino's plan to open FIFA tournaments to private investors.
Infantino faces criticism
Infantino lost support from many European federations due to his close ties with Donald Trump and other controversies.
AFC's strong backing
AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al Khalifa stated the support for Infantino is 'very clear' and reaffirmed their commitment to his leadership.
Infantino's response
Infantino thanked the AFC for their support, noting Asian football's transformation has strengthened global soccer.
AFC's future support
The AFC has backing from Kuwait, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, with Qatar hosting the 2022 World Cup and Saudi Arabia set to host the 2036 World Cup.
AFC's stance on FIFA
The AFC, along with UEFA and Concacaf, declared soccer 'does not belong to any individual' after Infantino's controversial actions.
The bottom line
Confederation of Asian Football (AFC) supports Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency despite previous conflicts.
