Prince Ali bin Hussein, the head of the Jordan Football Association, has leveled sharp criticism against the recent Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Congress. According to Prince Ali, the event was orchestrated to serve the interests of FIFA President Gianni Infantino rather than the needs of the member associations.

Prince Ali characterized the atmosphere of the meeting as restrictive, stating that delegates were effectively silenced. He claimed that participants were not permitted to speak, ask questions, or engage in meaningful debate regarding the agenda. Furthermore, he noted that access to the media was severely limited, preventing transparency during the proceedings.

While the AFC has not yet issued a formal rebuttal to these specific allegations, the comments highlight ongoing tensions regarding governance and the influence of FIFA leadership over regional football bodies. Prince Ali’s remarks suggest a growing frustration among some national association heads regarding the lack of democratic process within the continental organization. The situation remains a point of contention for those calling for greater autonomy and open discourse within international football governance.