Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa
Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa is a prominent Bahraini sports executive, serving as the President of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and the first Vice-President of FIFA. He has played a crucial role in promoting football across Asia, enhancing the continent's reputation in the global sporting arena. Under his leadership, the AFC has seen significant developments, including improvements in tournament organization and increased investment in football infrastructure. His recent involvement in the discussions surrounding the bids for the hosting of the AFC Asian Cup 2031 highlights his commitment to elevating the sport within the region.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 34,813,871 | 25,617 | $700,000 | 515$ |
| United Arab Emirates | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 9,890,400 | 5,227 | $430,000 | 227$ |
| Taiwan | 1 | 7.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 23,816,775 | 29,808 | $670,000 | 839$ |
| Guyana | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 786,552 | 773 | $6,000 | 6$ |
| Totals | 4 | 69,307,598 | 61,425 | $1,806,000 | 1,587$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Guyana:
Asian Football Confederation President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa fears expansion would lead to chaos.
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Taiwan:
AFC president Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa said that Infantino had Asia’s support.
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Saudi Arabia:
He is the President of the Asian Football Confederation and chaired the meeting.
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United Arab Emirates:
Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa praised the historic number of bids submitted to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031.
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