Gianni Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president
A tumultuous week have raised questions about Infantino’s presidency of FIFA ahead of elections in March.
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A tumultuous week have raised questions about Infantino’s presidency of FIFA ahead of elections in March. Finally, it was advanced that FIFA will collaborate "closely" with interested parties "to examine how it can continue to support the development of football through the FIFA Forward program, for the benefit of the 211 member federations, Confederations, and Regional Associations.". Furthermore, in a separate letter addressed to the FIFA Council and member federations, apologies were offered for these errors "and a commitment was made to ensure that they are not repeated," for which a review will be carried out and a report will be presented to the FIFA Council at its next meeting.
Furthermore, "After the withdrawal of the project, it was agreed that FIFA will no longer tolerate attacks on its integrity, good governance, and due process, and that it will adopt all necessary measures to protect and safeguard its name and reputation. "The meeting also addressed the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal, where the mistakes made were recognised. But the solution boils down to three: Infantino must leave", wrote the former captain of the Portuguese national team, who in 2015 even ran for the FIFA presidency, and who is currently an advisor to UEFA.
In addition, The former Arsenal coach, who has been part of FIFA since 2019, therefore considered "absolutely necessary" the decision to abandon the proposal made public by Infantino, advocating for an "independent FIFA, that serves football with commitment, transparency and integrity". " In turn, the FIFA President reiterated his full support for the FIFA Secretary-General and the FIFA Administration for the essential and exceptional work they have done in achieving their vision," he continued. Gianni Infantino clings to his throne at FIFA after the scandal and the abandonment of the project to open up to private investors.
Moreover, In parallel to the statement issued by FIFA due to the controversy and wave of criticism that has erupted, the governing body of football in Morocco also shared its position.
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A tumultuous week have raised questions about Infantino’s presidency of FIFA ahead of elections in March.
reliability moderate2/6 sourcesFinally, it was advanced that FIFA will collaborate "closely" with interested parties "to examine how it can continue to support the development of football through the FIFA Forward program, for the benefit of the 211 member federations, Confederations, and Regional Associations."
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesFurthermore, in a separate letter addressed to the FIFA Council and member federations, apologies were offered for these errors "and a commitment was made to ensure that they are not repeated," for which a review will be carried out and a report will be presented to the FIFA Council at its next meeting.
reliability moderate2/2 sources"After the withdrawal of the project, it was agreed that FIFA will no longer tolerate attacks on its integrity, good governance, and due process, and that it will adopt all necessary measures to protect and safeguard its name and reputation.
reliability moderate2/2 sources" In a separate letter to the FIFA Council and to the 211 Member States an apology was made for these errors, together with the commitment that they will not be repeated.
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"The meeting also addressed the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal, where the mistakes made were recognised.
according to Notícias ao Minuto — Última Hora +1But the solution boils down to three: Infantino must leave", wrote the former captain of the Portuguese national team, who in 2015 even ran for the FIFA presidency, and who is currently an advisor to UEFA.
according to Diário de NotíciasThe former Arsenal coach, who has been part of FIFA since 2019, therefore considered "absolutely necessary" the decision to abandon the proposal made public by Infantino, advocating for an "independent FIFA, that serves football with commitment, transparency and integrity".
according to Diário de Notícias" In turn, the FIFA President reiterated his full support for the FIFA Secretary-General and the FIFA Administration for the essential and exceptional work they have done in achieving their vision," he continued.
according to Notícias ao Minuto — Última HoraGianni Infantino clings to his throne at FIFA after the scandal and the abandonment of the project to open up to private investors.
according to Le Monde — À la UneIn parallel to the statement issued by FIFA due to the controversy and wave of criticism that has erupted, the governing body of football in Morocco also shared its position.
according to SDPnoticiasIn a press release, broadcast Wednesday evening, August 5, the International Football Federation apologized for the project to establish a commercial company, and stated that the administration of the forum "reaffirmed its full support" to its president
according to Le Monde — À la UneBut, unlike UEFA, it did not go as far as to say it had lost confidence in him.
according to Ada Derana +1World soccer's governing body attempted to present a unified front amid the turbulence caused by Infantino's controversial plans, with calls for him to step down.
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