FIFA Issues Statement Condemning Attempts to Undermine Governance
FIFA has released a robust statement rejecting any efforts to destabilize the organization and wholeheartedly supports President Gianni Infantino.
The governing body emphasizes that it will not endorse any presidential election process that contravenes its statutes or diverges from the established governance framework.
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FIFA describes a “concerted and ongoing effort” by certain sectors to weaken the institution and its leadership.
The organization expresses regret that recent media narratives have included “unfounded claims and demonstrably false allegations.” It also highlights Gianni Infantino’s extensive experience, noting his more than 30 years of service to European and global football.
While FIFA welcomes “legitimate scrutiny,” it insists that this should not permit the distortion of facts or the creation of distractions. The organization pledges to confront any information it deems inaccurate or misleading in a “direct and vigorous” manner.
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FIFA reaffirms its dedication to its 211 member associations and the worldwide advancement of football. The statement does not specify any party associated with the alleged efforts to destabilize the organization.
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
FIFA has issued a strongly worded statement denouncing an attempt to destabilize the organization. It staunchly defends Gianni Infantino.
The body says it will not support any electoral process for the presidency that goes against its statutes and is inconsistent with the current governance framework.
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It also speaks of a “concerted and ongoing effort” by certain sectors to undermine the institution and its president.
FIFA regrets that recent media coverage has included “unfounded claims and demonstrably false allegations.” The statement also defends Gianni Infantino’s track record, with more than 30 years dedicated to European and world football.
The body says it welcomes “legitimate scrutiny,” but stresses that this cannot become a license to distort facts or manufacture distractions. It therefore announces that it will challenge “directly and vigorously” any information it considers inaccurate or misleading.
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FIFA reaffirms its commitment to its 211 member associations and to the global development of football. The statement does not mention any specific party behind the alleged destabilization attempt.
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
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