Arsène Wenger has decided against standing for the FIFA presidency in a boost for current incumbent Gianni Infantino, the Press Association understands. Wenger was touted as a potential rival to Infantino, who has lost the confidence of European football’s governing body, UEFA, over the controversial plan to seek private investment in a World Cup company.
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Arsène Wenger has decided against standing for the FIFA presidency in a boost for current incumbent Gianni Infantino, the Press Association understands. Wenger was touted as a potential rival to Infantino, who has lost the confidence of European football’s governing body, UEFA, over the controversial plan to seek private investment in a World Cup company.
Arsène Wenger has decided against standing for the FIFA presidency in a boost for current incumbent Gianni Infantino, the Press Association understands. Wenger was touted as a potential rival to Infantino, who has lost the confidence of European football’s governing body, UEFA, over the controversial plan to seek private investment in a World Cup company. The former Arsenal manager had been lobbied to run for the post by key stakeholders in football, including UEFA.
Yahoo Sports reported the story as "Arsène Wenger not expected to stand for FIFA presidency."
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