# Infantino ally insists FIFA president retains support of most associations

A close ally of FIFA President Gianni Infantino has claimed he still holds the backing of most national football associations despite ongoing scrutiny. The statement signals an effort to shore up Infantino’s position ahead of potential challenges to his leadership. The outcome matters for the direction and governance of world football.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/aug/18/infantino-fecofa-mosengo-omba-uefa-support-fifa-president-uefa-football-associations) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:56:04 GMT
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/aug/18/israel-withdraws-support-for-embattled-fifa-president-gianni-infantino) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:03:57 GMT