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English and Welsh FAs Withdraw Support for FIFA President Infantino Amid Growing Pressure

English and Welsh FAs Withdraw Support for FIFA President Infantino Amid Growing Pressure
World Sports · 12:54:26 - Monday, 9 November 2026

The English and Welsh football associations have formally withdrawn their support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, adding to mounting pressure on the incumbent ahead of his re-election bid.

The move comes amid warnings of a "climate of fear" that may deter potential challengers, according to a report attributed to Maduro. Infantino, who has led FIFA since 2016, faces increasing scrutiny over governance and decision-making.

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