Infantino Says He Has Overwhelming Support Despite Calls to Resign

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has asserted that he retains broad support across world football despite calls for his resignation over a controversial commercial rights proposal.

Infantino said he enjoyed the backing of the “overwhelming majority” in football, pushing back against pressure on his leadership.

The controversy centres on a proposed sale of commercial rights to FIFA tournaments. The project has prompted demands for Infantino to step down.

His assertion of widespread support signals his rejection of those calls, as the dispute over the proposal puts his leadership under scrutiny.