A senior FIFA official has withdrawn support for President Gianni Infantino, calling the dismissal of the chief operating officer the 'final straw'. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
The official said the decision further eroded confidence in Infantino's leadership. The incident highlights growing discontent within FIFA's leadership.
According to a Reuters source, the situation has exacerbated tensions within the international football federation. The official's statement could raise questions about Infantino's ability to maintain control.
FIFA has not yet officially commented on the matter. However, the incident indicates declining trust in the leadership within the organization.