"The CAF unanimously renews support for Infantino."

The executive committee of the African Football Confederation (CAF) unanimously renewed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the controversy surrounding his proposal to open the door to private sector investors.

In a statement released on Thursday after a meeting of its members, the committee also thanked the Italian-Swiss president, who faced criticism for his now-stalled project, for his "steadfast support for African football over the years."