Belgium Withdraws Support for Infantino's FIFA Bid
The Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) announced it will not support Gianni Infantino's re-election bid for FIFA president due to ethical concerns regarding FIFA's governance. The RBFA highlighted issues surrounding the FIFA Forward Enterprise case and the postponement of U.S. striker Folarin Balogun's one-match ban following a red card against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Infantino reportedly intervened to delay Balogun's suspension, allowing him to play against Belgium in the last 16 on June 29, where Belgium won 4-1. RBFA president Pascale Van Damme stated that the federation could not clarify its concerns with Infantino, who is seeking another term through 2031, and noted that sufficient justifications for FIFA's decisions were lacking.
The RBFA's decision reflects ongoing opposition among European federations regarding Infantino's leadership.
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