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FIFA apologises over World Cup private investment controversy

FIFA President Gianni Infantino held a crisis meeting in Morocco after controversy over plans to open the World Cup to private investors. In a joint letter with Secretary General Mattias Grafström, Infantino admitted to "mistakes" and a lack of consultation with member associations. Despite the backlash, FIFA officials reaffirmed their "full support" for the president.

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