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Wales withdraws support for Infantino re-election
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The Express Tribune
FIFA stake plan collapsed following backlash from other bodiesFIFA president Gianni Infantino speaks during the event.
Photo: REUTERSWales said it will withdraw support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's re-election bid for a new term from 2027-2031 after his failed plan to sell a stake in the World Cup's commercial rights.
FAILURE OF GOOD GOVERNANCEWales became the first national federation to formally withdraw its support for Infantino.
"The Football Association of Wales hereby confirms its withdrawal of support for the candidature of Mr. Gianni Infantino, for re-election as FIFA President for the 2027–2031 term," the Welsh FA said in a statement.
Infantino had said in April he intended to seek re-election for a fourth term as FIFA chief.