Burnham says Infantino 'wrong man' to lead Fifa as criticism grows
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Gianni Infantino is "the wrong man" to lead Fifa as criticism grows of the controversial investment plan.
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"This was an outrageous suggestion."
— Andy Burnham , Politician
"The proposal has become a defining question for Fifa's future."
— Carlos Cordeiro , Executive
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Gianni Infantino is "the wrong man" to lead Fifa as criticism grows of the controversial investment plan.
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