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Northern Irish Football Association Withdraws Support for Infantino

The Northern Irish Football Association has withdrawn its support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, joining growing international criticism of his leadership and controversial asset management plans.

The Northern Irish Football Association announced Tuesday it will not vote for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president, citing 'fundamental questions' about his strategy, governance, and asset management. The decision follows the collapse of plans to give private investors a financial role in future men's and women's World Cups. truewildslot.com

The association stated that Infantino's proposal 'represents more than a communication failure' and that 'the time is ripe for change.' This move comes after football associations from England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and Norway have already withdrawn their support for Infantino. UEFA has also strongly criticized the president, with media reports suggesting a no-confidence vote may be initiated.