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FIFA defends its President Infantino amid backlash
['Camille Corcoran']
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FIFA is defending its president, Gianni Infantino, against media allegations that an alleged lover received a six-figure severance payment.
The football governing body has strongly criticised what it calls a concerted and ongoing effort to “undermine” FIFA and its president.
Infantino is also facing mounting pressure over his role in a proposal to open up the World Cup to private investors.
Camille Corcoran has the latest.
Video by: Camille Corcoran