Mexico supports Infantino despite CONCACAF criticism
Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, has received public support from the Mexican Football Federation, putting Mexico at odds with CONCACAF. The federation praised Infantino for his leadership and efforts to strengthen football institutions worldwide. This move comes as several football associations and governing bodies criticize Infantino over a controversial investment proposal. The debate has intensified as the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by Mexico, approaches.
Match highlights
- The Mexican Football Federation declared support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, diverging from CONCACAF’s stance.
- Mexico aligned itself with South American body Conmebol, insisting any move to remove Infantino must follow FIFA’s established electoral process.
- CONCACAF criticized Infantino for his leadership and an abandoned proposal to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.
- UEFA and several national associations, including England, Wales, Albania, and Croatia, have distanced themselves from Infantino.
- The Confederation of African Football has offered unanimous support for Infantino, highlighting divisions among football’s governing bodies.
