Italian FA withdraws support for FIFA president Infantino

Vanguard News | 26-08-2026 03:14pm |

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) announced on Wednesday that it has withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, citing his recent initiatives regarding the governance and development of international competitions. This follows similar actions by other European national associations, including England, Ireland, and Wales. Infantino has faced pressure over his abandoned plan to sell stakes in FIFA tournaments, including the World Cup, and UEFA has threatened a boycott of FIFA competitions.

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