FIFA's governing council on Wednesday acknowledged "errors" and issued "apologies" over its abandoned plan to open up to private investors, but expressed "full support" for President Gianni Infantino, according to official statements.
The plan, which was widely criticized, would have allowed private investment in FIFA's competitions. The council's meeting concluded with a statement that did not call for Infantino's resignation, despite mounting pressure.
Infantino, who has led FIFA since 2016, faced scrutiny over the proposal, which was seen by some as a threat to football's governance. The council's apology is seen as an attempt to quell the backlash while maintaining leadership stability.
No details were provided on what specific "errors" were made, but the council's statement emphasized unity and the need to move forward.
