Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:01am on 06 Aug 2026,Thursday Sports
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has apologised for mistakes linked to his controversial proposal to bring private investment into FIFA competitions, including the World Cup. After a meeting with FIFA's management board in Morocco, senior executives reaffirmed their support for Infantino, allowing him to remain in office. The governing body admitted the proposal was handled poorly and apologised for excluding key stakeholders. However, UEFA continues to oppose Infantino's leadership, while several national associations have withdrawn support for his re-election bid. Despite mounting criticism, Infantino is expected to seek a fourth term as FIFA president in the 2027 election. (PC: BBC)
