FIFA: Asian Football Confederation reaffirms "wholehearted support" for Gianni Infantino’s re-election

News Tank Football - Paris - News #458252 - Published on 23/10/26 at 15:00
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Gianni Infantino (FIFA) and Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa (BHR), president of the AFC - ©  AFC

Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, president of the Asian Football Confederation, "reinforced the AFC’s wholehearted support" for Gianni Infantino’s bid to be re-elected as president of FIFA, at the confederation’s Extraordinary Congress held in Tokyo (Japan), attended by the Italian-Swiss-Lebanese, on 23 October 2026.

"Our greatest strength lies in our unity, and we have all seen the historic heights Asian football can achieve when we stand together. The Asian game’s remarkable journey and historic achievements are deeply rooted in the strong partnership, trust, and shared vision that we share as one united family. As we look toward a brighter and more competitive future, our solidarity remains our greatest strength. We are ready to move forward, united in support of FIFA President…

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Gianni Infantino (FIFA) and Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa (BHR), president of the AFC - ©  AFC

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