SportsInfantino touts global backing for re-election amid resignation questions

Asian Football Confederation President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa endorsed Gianni Infantino for a fourth term, strengthening the FIFA president’s re-election prospects. Infantino laughed off questions about resigning after abandoning the FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal, citing support from member associations worldwide. Potential candidates must submit nominations by November 18.

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