Asian Football Confederation boss says governing body will back FIFA President Infantino's re-election bid
- I think that we reaffirm our full commitment, of course, to supporting you and your leadership as you seek a new mandate as FIFA President
AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa announced the confederation's full support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA President, citing his commitment to Asia.
- AFC's commitment to Infantino's leadership.
- Infantino's engagement with Asian football.
- Details from the AFC extraordinary congress.
TOKYO: Asian Football Confederation President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa said on Friday the governing body would support Gianni Infantino’s bid to be re-elected FIFA President.
“I think that we reaffirm our full commitment, of course, to supporting you and your leadership as you seek a new mandate as FIFA President,” Sheikh Salman said in his opening remarks at the AFC’s extraordinary congress in Tokyo where Infantino was present.
“I think you’ve visited a lot of countries in Asia. I’ve spoken to a lot of members within this continent. I know your feeling. And I think your commitment is clear as well. Your support to Gianni is very clear.”