Rabat: FIFA president Gianni Infantino has received the "full support" of senior directors despite the controversy surrounding the now-shelved plan to open the World Cup to private investment. The decision followed a crisis meeting in Morocco where FIFA's leadership acknowledged "errors" in handling the proposal.According to France24.com, Infantino has been under pressure from within his organization due to the proposal, which led to calls for his resignation. The plan, proposed by FIFA, suggested creating a commercial subsidiary called the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), which would manage events like the World Cup. This plan was estimated to raise up to $4.2 billion with a valuation of $20 billion, promising significant financial benefits to FIFA's 211 member associations.Instead of gaining support, the proposal sparked a backlash. UEFA, European football's governing body, even considered boycotting the World Cup. Infantino eventually withdrew the plan, admitting errors in the process, including the excl usion of the FIFA Council and Member Associations from the decision-making process.FIFA's leadership, following a meeting in Rabat, expressed their continued support for Infantino and apologized for the mishandling of the proposal. A review of the process is planned, with findings to be presented in a future FIFA Council meeting. Meanwhile, Infantino attended a Women's Africa Cup of Nations match, where he was seen with Moroccan football officials.The proposal's failure has affected Infantino's leadership, with UEFA and CONCACAF expressing their lack of confidence. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also voiced his concerns about Infantino's ability to lead FIFA. Despite a successful World Cup in 2026, Infantino's future as FIFA president remains uncertain, with his wish for a fourth term in doubt.