NewzFIFA issued a statement on Saturday defending its president, Gianni Infantino, against what the organization described as a "concerted and ongoing effort" to undermine his leadership. The defense follows allegations published on Friday by a British newspaper, The Daily Telegraph, as well as separate controversy surrounding Infantino's now-shelved private investment plan.
The unfolding situation has placed renewed scrutiny on Infantino's past tenure at UEFA and his current presidency of world football's governing body. Amid the controversy, Infantino has faced calls to resign, prompting the organization to push back against the criticisms linking him to the allegations from his time at UEFA.
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