FIFA’s leadership has demonstratively rallied behind its president, the Swiss Gianni Infantino, following an emergency board meeting.
FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and members of the management board reaffirmed their “unreserved support” for Infantino.
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Following fierce criticism of Gianni Infantino’s plans to sell off stakes in the World Cup, FIFA’s leadership has demonstratively rallied behind their president. The Zurich-based body will not tolerate attacks on its integrity, members of the management board declared.
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August 6, 2026 - 10:20
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