FIFA chief Infantino receives support from 6 Arab federations amid revolt over World Cup plan
Summary
Six Arab soccer federations, including Morocco and Qatar, have publicly supported FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid a controversy over his plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors. Infantino withdrew the $20 billion plan after backlash from global soccer officials, but he still faces opposition from some soccer organizations in Europe and Ireland.Key Facts
- Six Arab soccer federations expressed full support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
- These federations include Morocco, Qatar, Egypt, Mauritania, Lebanon, and Sudan.
- Four of the six supporting federations have members on the FIFA council.
- Infantino proposed selling shares in the World Cup to private equity investors for $20 billion.
- He withdrew this plan after strong opposition from UEFA and other soccer groups.
- UEFA and others called the plan a "fundamental breach of trust" and warned of boycotts.
- England, Wales, and Ireland have withdrawn their support for Infantino’s re-election.
- Some Arab federations’ support puts them at odds with the Asian Football Confederation's position.
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