Infantino urged to resign by Norway, backed by Mexico and Argentina
Mexico and Argentina have expressed their support for Gianni Infantino, but Norway’s federation president has called on the FIFA president to resign, saying there is “no trust” in him now. The Swiss has been under pressure after three continents rejected his plan to seek private investment in a company which would run FIFA’s competitions, including the men’s and women’s World Cups.
Norway's football federation president, Lise Klaveness, has urged Gianni Infantino to resign, citing a loss of trust in him. Infantino's plan to seek private investment in a company managing FIFA's competitions, including the World Cups, has faced strong opposition from three continents. FIFA has apologized for the plan's development, but Infantino is still supported by FIFA's management board.
Mexico's football federation has expressed support for Infantino, stating their commitment to his leadership and promoting football for the benefit of all member associations. Argentina's football association has thanked Infantino for his 10 years of service and transformation of FIFA through a transparent governance model. However, UEFA remains committed to boycotting FIFA competitions, expressing a loss of confidence in Infantino.
The Norwegian federation president, Klaveness, has made it clear that there is no trust in Infantino now, signaling the need for his resignation.
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