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Gianni Infantino gets internal support at crisis meeting to remain as FIFA president

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has secured internal support to remain in his position following a crisis meeting called to address organizational challenges. The gathering comes in the wake of significant pressure stemming from governance issues within the international football governing body.

During the meeting, FIFA acknowledged and apologized for errors related to a controversial, ultimately failed proposal by Infantino to sell stakes in the World Cup. Despite these missteps and the ensuing crisis talks, the current leadership has retained the backing of internal stakeholders to continue in office.

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