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Gianni Infantino: FAI Pulls Support While IFA Endorses UEFA Position

August 13, 2026August 13, 2026grace

The Football Association of Ireland [FAI] has formally ended its backing for embattled Fifa president Gianni Infantino, while the Irish Football Association has aligned itself with Uefa’s position. On Monday, Uefa joined Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation in publishing an open letter that accused Infantino of undermining trust through misleading conduct. The dispute arose […]

Football Australia Backs AFC Position but Refrains from Demanding Infantino’s Resignation

August 11, 2026August 11, 2026grace

Football Australia has added its voice to mounting international pressure on Fifa president Gianni Infantino, demanding a “clear and credible response” to the turmoil affecting the global game. However, the organisation did not directly seek Infantino’s resignation. In a three-paragraph statement released on Tuesday, it supported the Asian Football Confederation shortly after that body issued […]