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Report: Infantino Promised World Cup Final to Morocco for Support

From Svenska Dagbladet · () Swedish

Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly promised the 2030 World Cup final to Morocco in exchange for its support, according to The Times.
  • This alleged deal comes amid criticism of Infantino, with several federations stating they will not support his re-election next year.
  • The 2030 World Cup is set to be co-hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has allegedly promised the 2030 World Cup final to Morocco as part of a deal to secure the country's support, reports The Times. This claim surfaces as Infantino faces mounting criticism and potential challenges to his re-election.

Previously, the Spanish Football Federation president, Rafael Louzán, had indicated that the final would be held in Madrid. However, the latest reports suggest a shift, with Morocco potentially hosting the decisive match.

The controversy follows a now-retracted FIFA proposal to sell shares of the tournament. This move has led several football federations to declare they will not back Infantino's bid for re-election at next year's FIFA Congress in Morocco.

The 2030 World Cup is officially designated to be co-hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal, adding a complex geopolitical layer to the ongoing discussions and alleged dealings.

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Originally published by Svenska Dagbladet in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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