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Gianni Infantino to run for FIFA President again in 2027

FIFA has confirmed that Gianni Infantino will run for re-election next year after previously being evasive about his future in office.

6 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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FIFA confirmed on Sunday that Gianni Infantino will run for re-election as president in 2027. Infantino, who has led the global football association since 2016, is under significant pressure due to ongoing controversies and criticism.

According to Sky News, Infantino had previously responded evasively to questions about his future in FIFA, stating that "nothing has changed." This came at a time when numerous voices from the football world were calling him to clarify his ambitions and the challenges of his tenure.

A FIFA spokesperson recently dispelled any doubts about Infantino's candidacy, making it clear that he still intends to run in the upcoming election. This was also confirmed by L'Équipe, which emphasized that despite the issues that have plagued FIFA in recent months, Infantino shows readiness for re-election.

In recent months, Infantino has faced criticism, particularly due to a highly controversial proposal regarding the "divestment" of World Cup rights. This has led to distrust from several major football associations, as reported by RMC Sport.

Further reporting from Der Tagesspiegel and kicker indicates that Infantino will stand for re-election as the current president and sole candidate. This raises questions about support and backing within the international football federation, as his term has been marked by numerous challenges.

The upcoming election is scheduled for March 2027, and it remains to be seen how political and public reactions will develop by then. Infantino may face the need to defend his mandate under difficult conditions, while many will be closely watching developments in world football.

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