Former FIFA interim president and long-time leader of African soccer Issa Hayatou dies at 77

Issa Hayatou, the long-time leader of African soccer and interim president of FIFA during its 2015 corruption crisis, passed away on Thursday at the age of 77. FIFA president Gianni Infantino expressed his sorrow on Instagram, highlighting Hayatou's dedication to sports administration and extending condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.