# Argentina backs embattled FIFA chief Infantino amid probe

2026-08-07T10:53:03+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

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Argentina’s football association publicly backed FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Friday, joining Mexico and the African confederation in a show of support. The AFA praised Infantino’s tenure and welcomed his apology for mishandling the $4.2 billion Forward Enterprise plan, which he withdrew last week after fierce backlash. But the support comes as Argentina faces FIFA discipline over a Falklands banner and post-match brawls during the recent World Cup, the Hindustan Times reports. UEFA and CONCACAF remain hostile, with UEFA boycotting FIFA competitions and demanding stronger guarantees. The Asian confederation has also sided with the critics, deepening the divide among world football’s 211 member associations.

## Coverage

- hindustantimes.com <https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/argentina-backs-fifa-president-gianni-infantino-amid-disciplinary-investigation-conmebol-uefa-continue-backlash-101786093219781.html>
- timesofindia.indiatimes.com <https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/football/top-stories/football-world-splits-as-argentina-mexico-back-fifa-president-infantino-amid-world-cup-rights-row/articleshow/133029775.cms>

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