FIFA President Gianni Infantino, disappointed by Africa's first World Cup outings



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The Chairman of the World Football (FIFA) Board of Directors expressed his disappointment at the failure of Africa to have an impact on the World Cup in Russia.

All pretenders to Africa were eliminated for the first time since 1982.

"Of course," replied Infantino when asked when he was saddened by the early exit from Africa

. The cup is for the whole world and the African teams were very, very close at the end. "

" An Asian (team) made it – an African not – but I think that they will soon be ready for the next "Before the last round of group matches, Senegal watched the African team most likely to progress after scoring 4 points in two games, but lost to Colombia in their third game to quit the rules of fair play oddly.The first time at the competition the rule took effect

"We always count on fair play – for everyone," said Infantino

"As for the rules, you are still learning. and see what you can do better, "he added, confirming that the decision will be reviewed after the tournament. [19659003] Their West African neighbors, Nigeria, also came out of the World Cup following their defeat against Argentina in this last group match.

However, Egypt – seven-time champion of Africa-, Tunisia and Morocco have all been eliminated.

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