FIFA President facing Ethics probe

The President of FIFA Gianni Infantino, ” has acted in accordance with FIFA’s Ethics committee” according to a FIFA spokesman.

Infantino is set to face questions from the FIFA Ethics Committee after allegations that he broke their code of ethics. 

The BBC are reporting that this is the start of preliminary proceedings and could lead to a full investigation.

The FIFA President is potentially could then face a suspension of 90 days.

A FIFA spokesman said: “The FIFA President has stated publicly he fully respects the independence and work of the Ethics Committee and that he would provide, if required, whatever information necessary  to facilitate any potential review by the Committee.”

“The President has made clear that he has acted appropriately and in accordance with FIFA’s Code of Ethics.”