- FIFA President Gianni Infantino apologised for "mistakes" in the process of his controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and other tournaments to private investors.
- The sell-off plan was abandoned last week following public uproar and a threatened boycott of FIFA events by UEFA.
- Infantino's apology came after an emergency meeting with the FIFA management board, prompted by accusations of "blackmail" from Jordan FA president Prince Ali bin Hussein.
- Despite the admission of errors in communication and process, the FIFA management board "reaffirmed full support" for Infantino, stating he is the only official elected by member associations.
- External criticism continues, with figures like Luis Figo calling for Infantino's resignation and Canadian prime minister Mark Carney expressing a lack of confidence in his leadership.
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