Qatar challenges AFC over open letter attacking FIFA president Infantino

{"#Qatar-Challenge":"- Background: Qatar Football Association President Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani wrote a letter to AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al-Khalifa, stating that neither he nor his association had been consulted before the three confederations issued the open letter. This exposes divisions within the AFC at a critical moment in the battle over Infantino's leadership.\n- Qatar's Position: The challenge comes after six Arab national football associations — including Qatar and Morocco — backed Infantino on Thursday amid FIFA’s crisis following the failed private investment proposal. Four of these signatories are also FIFA Council members, indicating their support for Infantino.","#AFC-Reaction":"- AFC declined to comment when contacted by Reuters, highlighting the internal conflict within the organization.\n- Qatar's Perspective: Al-Thani argues that no consultation took place and no opportunity was given to comment on or contribute to the content of the letter before it was released publicly in AFC’s name.","#FIFA-Crisis":"- Infantino faces open revolt after UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF attacked his conduct and called for him to quit over his aborted bid to bring private investment into FIFA competitions like the World Cup.\n- Supporting Statements: Six Arab national football associations supported Infantino on Thursday, indicating their continued backing despite the crisis."}