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Fifa boss to retain his position
Gianni Infantino has apologised for "errors" he made in plans to sell off stakes in competition to private investors. He will retain his position for now.
Gianni Infantino has apologised for "errors" he made in plans to sell off stakes in competition to private investors. He will retain his position after receiving the backing of senior executives in a meeting in Morocco.
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Presenters: James Copnall and Catherine Byaruhanga
(Photo: Fifa President Gianni Infantino attends a Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026 match. Credit: Jalal Morchidi/EPA)
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