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Maduro Warns 'Climate of Fear' Could Hinder Challenges to Infantino's FIFA Re-election

Maduro Warns 'Climate of Fear' Could Hinder Challenges to Infantino's FIFA Re-election
World Sports · 21:03:19 - Wednesday, 4 November 2026

The English and Welsh football associations have formally withdrawn their support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino as pressure mounts ahead of his re-election bid.

According to a report by Maduro, a "climate of fear" may prevent potential challengers from emerging to contest Infantino's position.

The development comes amid growing scrutiny of Infantino's leadership, with the withdrawal of support from two major European associations signaling deepening discontent.

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