Off the PitchThe GuardianUnverified source· 22 Aug 2026
Infantino angers Concacaf nations by hijacking CFU meeting
Fifa president lobbies for votes despite being asked to stay away from Caribbean meeting.
Who
Gianni Infantino
What
Hijacked CFU meeting to announce Fifa-funded projects
When
Recent
Where
Dominican Republic
What happened. Infantino hijacked a Caribbean Football Union meeting to announce delayed Fifa-funded development projects, angering Concacaf nations.
- Concacaf members were infuriated by his behaviour.
- He had been asked to stay away by CFU president Victor Montagliani.
- Infantino is seeking support for re-election.
The fallout could affect Infantino's re-election campaign as he seeks Concacaf support.
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