In the corridors of international football, Gianni Infantino’s position has drawn contrasting signals from Europe and Africa: UEFA is moving against the Swiss official, while the Confederation of African Football has publicly reaffirmed its backing.
Key takeaways
- The Confederation of African Football approved its support for Infantino by a unanimous vote.
- UEFA is taking action in opposition to the Swiss football administrator.
- CAF president Patrice Motsepe has been pictured alongside Infantino amid the renewed declaration of support.
A continental split around Infantino
The African confederation has made its position clear, announcing unanimous support for Infantino as European football’s governing body pursues a different course.
The development underlines the differing currents across the game’s confederations, with Motsepe and Infantino appearing together as CAF restated its collective endorsement.
