FIFA’s Infantino backed in Colombia where he attends president inauguration
Summary
FIFA president Gianni Infantino visited Colombia to attend the inauguration of President Abelardo de la Espriella and received support from several South American football leaders amid criticism of FIFA’s recent plans. Infantino’s controversial proposal to open the World Cup to private investment was withdrawn, but some critics, especially in Europe, remain unhappy.Key Facts
- Gianni Infantino has led FIFA since 2016 and is seeking a fourth term in the next election.
- He attended the inauguration of Colombia’s new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, held in Cali instead of the usual location in Bogota.
- South American football organizations, including CONMEBOL and federations from Argentina, Paraguay, Venezuela, and Ecuador, showed support for Infantino.
- FIFA had planned to allow private investment in the World Cup through the "FIFA Forward Enterprise" but dropped the idea after criticism.
- European football body UEFA has threatened to boycott the World Cup despite the withdrawal of the private investment plan.
- Infantino declined to say whether FIFA’s recent problems are fully resolved.
- Infantino emphasized football’s positive values, speaking at a children’s football event during his visit.
- The Colombian inauguration ceremony was notable for taking place outside the capital, in the city of Cali.
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