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New Zealand break ranks with Oceania as FIFA’s Infantino divide grows

Oceania have offered support to Gianni Infantino, but New Zealand have gone against their own confederation in FIFA row.

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New Zealand announced it will no longer support FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s re‑election bid, joining other nations that have withdrawn backing after his aborted plan to sell commercial‑rights stakes in the World Cups. The move puts New Zealand at odds with the Oceania Football Confederation, which has offered cautious support for Infantino’s leadership.

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