Asian Football Confederation President Backs Infantino Re-election
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- The president of the Asian Football Confederation has pledged support for Gianni Infantino.
- The backing is for Infantino's bid for a new term as FIFA president.
- AFC leadership emphasized moving forward despite past disagreements.
The president of the Asian Football Confederation, who is also seeking a fourth term in office next year, has officially declared his support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president.
Speaking directly to Infantino during a meeting, the Bahraini official acknowledged that while there were issues discussed in the past, the organization remains committed to his leadership. He clarified that these previous disagreements would not be linked to their current stance on his candidacy.
According to ge, the AFC official noted that recent meetings in Zurich established a clear and genuine understanding between the parties. He stated that it is time for the organization to move forward under Infantino's guidance.