Wales FA withdraws support for Infantino re-election after FIFA stake plan

Wales is the first federation to formally withdraw support for Gianni Infantino after botched World Cup investment plan.

The announcement comes after a loss of confidence in Infantino's leadership after an attempt to sell stakes in FIFA competitions to private investors.

Aug 3 : Wales said it will withdraw support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's re-election bid for a new term from 2027-2031 after his failed plan to sell a stake in the World Cup's commercial rights.FIFA's ambitious plan to unlock up to $4.2 billion from private investors by selling a roughly 20 per cent stake in a

Infantino is expected to seek a fourth and final term as FIFA president when the governing body holds its next presidential election in March.

Wales become the first nation to publicly withdraw backing for Gianni Infantino's bid to continue his leadership of Fifa.