Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:48pm on 14 Aug 2026,Friday Sports
New Zealand Football has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino in the 2027 FIFA presidential election. The decision comes amid growing criticism of FIFA and its leadership. New Zealand Football also called for an independent review of the FIFA Forward Enterprise scheme. The plan aimed to bring private investment into major football events, including the World Cup. It offered member countries $20 million in funding, with the amount potentially doubling under the deal. The proposal faced strong opposition and was later cancelled. Meanwhile, the Oceania Football Confederation continues to support FIFA’s decision to withdraw the plan, creating a split within the region. (PC: IANS)
