Let 211 member nations decide Infantino's FIFA future, says CAF president
LONDON: Under pressure FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s fate should be decided by the organisation’s 211 member associations at next March’s elections, Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe said.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's future should be determined by the 211 member associations during the upcoming March elections, according to Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe. Infantino, who aims to stand for re-election, has come under scrutiny following the open rebellion from UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF after his failed attempt to introduce private investment into FIFA tournaments, such as the World Cup.
Motsepe, however, believes that the decision should be left to all FIFA members at the 77th Congress in Rabat, Morocco, on March 18. If any candidates wish to challenge Infantino, they should submit their names, he stated. Motsepe emphasizes the need for unity, cooperation, and the resolution of challenges facing football, while acknowledging the importance of due process, governance, and legality. He also confirms that Infantino still enjoys the support of CAF.
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