'He is a DICTATOR!' - Former FIFA boss Sepp Blatter launches SCATHING attack on Gianni Infantino
FBL-FRA-FIFA-CONGRESS - AFP Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has launched a scathing attack on Gianni Infantino, labelling his successor a "dictator" in a remarkable new interview.
Key points
- Perhaps he should be sent to a psychiatrist." UEFA plot their next move Beyond the personal attacks, Blatter revealed crucial details about the upcoming political landscape.
- Speaking to German magazine Der Spiegel, the former football administrator delivered a stunning verbal assault on his successor.
- He accused Infantino of operating with absolute power and alienating staff at their Zurich headquarters.
Blatter launches stunning verbal attack Blatter has heavily criticised current chief Infantino.
'He is a dictator' Blatter did not hold back in his assessment of the current FIFA regime.
Additional details
- "UEFA has a plan, in the coming weeks they will announce an opposing candidate," Blatter explained.
- Meanwhile, Blatter has thrown his personal support behind World Athletics president Sebastian Coe.
- The Frenchman is expected to decide this week whether he will officially stand against Infantino.
- Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is reportedly among the contenders holding UEFA's backing.
- Despite this European resistance, Infantino remains the heavy favourite to secure re-election.
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