Asian soccer head gives no hint about stance on Infantino
The president of the Asian Football Confederation has given no hint about the body’s support or opposition to the re-election of Gianni Infantino as the head of FIFA. The votes of the AFC’s 47 members could be critical when Infantino seeks his fourth term in an election in March. Infantino faces strong opposition in Europe, has staunch support in Africa and Asia could provide the swing votes. Opposition candidates have until Nov. 18 to file to oppose Infantino. So far none has.
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