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Infantino unfit to lead Fifa, says European Leagues chief
The president of European Leagues has questioned Gianni Infantino's continued suitability to head world football's governing body. Claudius Schaefer's remarks add to mounting pressure on the Fifa chief.
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European Leagues president Claudius Schaefer has publicly questioned whether Gianni Infantino should remain as Fifa chief, suggesting the football administrator lacks the credentials to lead the global governing body going forward.
Schaefer's comments reflect growing criticism of Infantino's leadership within influential football circles, particularly among European stakeholders who have raised concerns about his vision and decision-making at the helm of Fifa.
The remarks come amid broader scrutiny of Infantino's tenure as Fifa president, a position he has held since 2016. European Leagues represents the interests of 37 professional football leagues across Europe, making it a significant voice in global football governance.
Infantino has faced various challenges during his time leading Fifa, including controversies surrounding tournament expansion plans and governance issues within the organisation. The criticism from European Leagues underscores divisions within international football over the direction of the sport's administration.