Gianni Infantino's bid for re-election as FIFA president has received a significant endorsement from Sheikh Salman, the head of the Asian Football Confederation. This support marks a notable shift, as Sheikh Salman had previously criticized Infantino's governance and plans regarding the FIFA Forward Enterprise scheme.
Sheikh Salman's endorsement signals a potential consolidation of support for Infantino ahead of the election. Watch for how this influences other confederations' stances and whether any last-minute challengers emerge before the November 18 deadline.