Wales becomes the first football association to publicly withdraw support for Gianni Infantino’s bid to continue as FIFA president, according to multiple reports. The Football Association of Wales says it no longer has confidence in Infantino after the fallout from plans to sell stakes related to FIFA competitions to private investors. Reports state that Wales’ decision follows Infantino shelving the proposed sales plan after it was widely criticised and rejected by three confederations.

Separate reporting also says the English Football Association is preparing to withdraw its support as well, writing to FIFA’s president to confirm the change. The reason given across the coverage is the same controversy over Infantino’s previously announced proposals. One outlet also notes that UEFA threatens legal action connected to the plans.

Overall, the story focuses on a growing loss of backing for Infantino’s re-election efforts, driven by the commercial-rights proposal and subsequent disputes within football’s governing bodies.