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Cheferin warns Infantino; Eto'o defends FIFA chief
The article discusses the political conflict within the global Football Association Union between Gianni Infantino and the presidents of continental unions, especially after Infantino's plan to attract private investments into FIFA tournaments. This plan has led to widespread opposition from the European Union and CONCACAF, along with campaigns of attack and threats of resignation and ending political support for him. Alexander Ceferin, the president of the European Union, has ruled out running for the presidency, reaffirming that his credibility would be stronger by not clamoring for the position. He clarified that Infantino faces two options: either lose support or contest in the elections. Conversely, the African Union, led by Eto'o, supported Infantino, considering the attacks on him politically motivated and stating that he bears no significant blame. The contest has been postponed until the March 2027 elections.
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