KATOWICE, Poland (AP) — FIFA President Gianni Infantino has arrived at the opening of the Under-20 Women’s World Cup as he faces continuing pressure since abandoning his plan to sell off World Cup profits.

Infantino was seen in the stands speaking with Polish soccer federation president Cezary Kulesza as host nation Poland faced Argentina on the opening day of the tournament Saturday.

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