The Confederation of African Football has unanimously reaffirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, praising his contribution to the development of the game on the continent.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe said the confederation welcomed and endorsed a joint update issued by Infantino and FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström on recent governance issues.
“CAF welcomes and endorses the ‘Joint Update’ by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Secretary General Mattias Grafström,” Motsepe said.
He stressed that good governance, due process and transparency remained fundamental principles for African football.
“For us in Africa, adherence to governance, due process and transparency is crucial and non-negotiable, as this is the practice and conduct we expect from our governments, business and other institutions and organisations,” he added.
A CAF spokesperson confirmed that the Executive Committee had also unanimously renewed its backing for Infantino.
“The CAF EXCO also unanimously reconfirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino and thanked him for his support for African Football over the years,” the spokesperson said.
Motsepe said CAF would continue working with FIFA, its member associations and other stakeholders to uphold those principles while focusing on grassroots development.
“We are committed to continue working together with FIFA, its member associations, other football confederations and stakeholders to safeguard and adhere to governance, due process, and transparency,” he said.
“CAF will also continue to focus on developing our boys and girls football players, coaches and trainers.”
