Gianni Infantino backed for FIFA presidency as Mauritania FA boss Ahmed Yahya slams critics of expansion and funding
Mauritanian Football Federation President Ahmed Yahya has publicly defended FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid criticism regarding institutional reform and funding. Yahya highlighted a new $25 million financial package for member associations as evidence of FIFA's positive development.
Why it matters
The governance and financial distribution policies of FIFA are central to the administration of global football and remain a point of contention between regional federations.
Mauritanian Football Federation President Ahmed Yahya has offered a firm defense of FIFA chief Gianni Infantino following recent Council debates. Yahya addressed European calls for reform, funding allocations, and contentious disciplinary decisions while insisting Infantino retains majority support.
Yahya has publicly backed FIFA chief Infantino following recent debates within the FIFA Council. Yahya confirmed Infantino apologised to Executive Committee members after withdrawing a contentious proposal before constructive discussions resumed.
Yahya emphasised that the Council remains focused on positive solutions to drive global football development. He pointed to a new financial package offering each member association $25 million over four years as proof of progress.
According to Yahya, this figure represents 25 times the amount available a decade ago. He praised initiatives like the expanded 48-team World Cup for generating crucial revenue for smaller nations.
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