Infantino offers Morocco World Cup final in exchange for support

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino is reportedly attempting to secure Morocco’s backing amid mounting pressure over his leadership and the collapse of a controversial plan involving private investment in World Cup commercial rights.

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According to a report by The Mirror, Infantino has allegedly offered Morocco the opportunity to host the 2030 World Cup final at the planned Hassan II Stadium in Casablanca.

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The proposed venue, which is expected to have a capacity of 115,000, could reportedly replace Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu as the location for the tournament’s showpiece match.

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However, the report claims the alleged offer is conditional on Morocco publicly supporting Infantino as he faces growing criticism and calls for him to leave office.

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Infantino is currently in Morocco for meetings with FIFA officials as he attempts to navigate the crisis surrounding his presidency.

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Morocco is set to stage the 2030 World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal and has maintained a strong relationship with Infantino during his time leading FIFA.

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That relationship could become increasingly important as the FIFA president attempts to shore up support within the organisation.

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The report also claims Infantino is concerned about a perceived decline in backing from Saudi Arabia, which will host the 2034 World Cup.

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The reported approach to Morocco comes after Infantino’s controversial plan to bring private investment into the World Cup was abandoned, intensifying scrutiny of his leadership.

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