Infantino to stand for re-election as FIFA president despite failed World Cup sell-off plan
Summary
FIFA President Gianni Infantino will run for re-election in 2027 despite criticism over his failed plan to sell shares of the World Cup. Some soccer organizations, including UEFA and the English FA, have lost confidence in him and want him to step down.Key Facts
- Gianni Infantino is currently FIFA President and will seek a fourth and final term through 2031.
- Infantino tried to sell stakes in the World Cup but abandoned the plan after strong opposition.
- UEFA has publicly said it lost confidence in Infantino and threatened to boycott FIFA events.
- The English Football Association and other national groups have withdrawn support for Infantino’s re-election.
- FIFA apologized for mistakes related to the World Cup sale plan and promised to avoid similar errors.
- Infantino did not comment on his future at the Under-20 Women's World Cup event in Poland.
- The deadline to enter the FIFA presidential race is November 18, with the vote taking place in March 2027.
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