Embattled FIFA chief Gianni Infantino defies resignation calls following intense seven hour staff meeting in Morocco
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is resisting calls for his resignation following a contentious meeting with senior staff regarding a failed commercial strategy. Despite criticism from high-profile figures like Luis Figo, Infantino claims he retains the support of member associations across Africa, Asia, and South America.
Gianni Infantino is set to remain in post as FIFA president despite facing unprecedented internal backlash and growing pressure to resign. Following marathon crisis talks with senior staff in Morocco on Wednesday, Infantino believes he retains sufficient political support across South America, Africa and Asia to weather the storm and resist mounting calls for his immediate departure from office.
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