FIFA defends Infantino after allegations he paid off a former lover during UEFA tenure

FIFA issued a statement defending its president Gianni Infantino against what it described as a "concerted and ongoing effort" to undermine his leadership. The statement came a day after a British newspaper alleged that Infantino had paid off a former lover while serving as UEFA president — allegations he has categorically denied.

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