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French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino

The French Football Federation announced it will no longer back Gianni Infantino’s bid for a new FIFA term, joining several other European federations in the move. All outlets report the withdrawal without indicating any further political motive.

First reported 4 days ago · latest update 4 days ago
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Reuters (via Google News) Authority 97

The French Football Federation has officially withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This decision marks a significant shift in the governing body's stance regarding the current leadership of international football.

By taking this action, the French Football Federation is aligning itself with a growing coalition of European football associations. The move places France alongside several other nations that have previously declared they will not back Infantino’s continued tenure.

Other European federations that have already adopted this position include those from Belgium, England, Italy, Scotland, and Sweden. The collective stance of these organizations signals a coordinated effort among several major European football powers to challenge the current direction of FIFA.

The withdrawal of support from the French Football Federation represents a notable development in the ongoing discourse surrounding FIFA’s governance. As more national associations clarify their positions, the political landscape within the international football governing body continues to evolve.

T.A.M synthesised this read from Reuters (via Google News), Al Jazeera, France 24, India Today, since the primary outlet was thin or region-locked.
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97 Reuters (via Google News) ★ most authoritative citation

French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA president Infantino - Reuters

French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA president Infantino Reuters

4 days ago
87 Al Jazeera

French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA President Infantino

FFF aligning with the position of other European federations such as Belgium, England, Italy, Scotland, and Sweden.

4 days ago
83 France 24

Gianni Infantino: French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA chief

The French Football Federation (FFF) announced Thursday it is withdrawing its support for embattled FIFA boss Gianni Infantino and his bid for reelection as head of football’s governing body. Infantino has faced growing calls to step down over his aborted plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and other football associations, including those of England and Italy, have already withdrawn their backing.

4 days ago · FRANCE24
78 India Today

French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino

French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino

4 days ago

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