FIFA president Gianni Infantino has split world football this summer, with football associations sharing statements about his premiership, with Argentina and England again at odds07:21, 07 Aug 2026Updated 07:50, 07 Aug 2026The Argentine Football Association have shared a statement in support of FIFA president Gianni Infantino's premiership over the last decade. That stance is at odds with the Football Association, who are withdrawing its support for his re-election, much like the Football Association of Wales.‌The Football Associations of Finland, Serbia and Sweden have also done likewise ahead of the next FIFA Congress in March.‌The AFA statement, translated into English from Spanish, reads: "Of our highest consideration, on behalf of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), and its Executive Committee, we address you, dear President, and through your worthy intermediary the FIFA board, to express our support for the management carried out during the last 10 years, which had as its main axes the development of football throughout the world and institutional solidity based on a clear governance model. stable and transparent.‌"In this sense, in relation to the recent events that are public knowledge, we must recognise the decision of the Administration to withdraw a project that generated, within the football family and from its inception, many more uncertainties than certainties."That is why it is worth highlighting the acceptance of the errors made in this process and the apology expressed in the heartfelt message displayed to the 211 member associations of FIFA. Prioritising governance standards is a fundamental pillar for strengthening good relations between FIFA, its member associations and the confederations.‌"In the same way, and as we have already expressed, you are leading a management that led to a profound transformation of FIFA, which opened the doors of the organisation to all member associations and confederations, so that with a frank and direct dialogue, we can, together, continue to promote football at all levels and disciplines."From our point of view, this transformation was based on a model of transparent governance, respect for statutory structures and the monitoring of democratic procedures, essential principles for the football family to be united, firm and working to continue generating improvements in sports and institutions, which have an impact on a better quality of life for millions of human beings who practice our beloved sport."Accordingly, with the upcoming FIFA Congress approaching, the Association that I proudly preside over firmly believes and reaffirms that the way forward is to continue to work under your leadership, so that we can continue to develop better and even more inclusive football."Article continues belowThere will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Mirror Sport will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story.Follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, Twitter, Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.