FIFA President Gianni Infantino has secured his position at the helm of the world's governing body of football, despite a tumultuous few weeks. Following a high-stakes meeting with senior executives, Infantino has received their backing to continue leading FIFA. However, in a conciliatory move, he has issued a public apology for errors made in his private investment plans, which have been at the center of controversy. The apology is seen as a bid to restore Infantino's reputation and quell growing dissent within the football community.


Gianni Infantino will remain as Fifa president after receiving the backing of senior executives, but "sincerely apologises" for errors made in his controversial private investment plans.