Mexico break ranks to join Argentina in backing Infantino
Mexico goes against its regional governing body Concacaf to publicly support under-fire Fifa president Gianni Infantino.
Mexico has defied regional norms by backing Argentina in their support for Fifa president Gianni Infantino. Norway has called for Infantino's resignation following his failed attempt to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, but the Norwegian Football Federation acknowledges he possesses the institutional trust needed to govern Fifa.
The Mexican Football Federation joins Argentina in expressing support for Infantino, rejecting any attempt to remove him without a vote involving all 211 Fifa members. Conmebol president Alejandro Dominguez praised Infantino's record and the successful 2026 World Cup bid, stating they stand with him. Meanwhile, Uefa has said it may still boycott the World Cup if Infantino steps down, as the FA has withdrawn its support due to concerns over tournament awards and a controversial peace prize. Infantino remains unanimously backed by CAF, but faces opposition from Uefa and Concacaf.
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