Infantino says most FIFA members back re-election bid
By The BriefBrief
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said he has the backing of the “vast, vast majority” of member associations in his re-election bid. The Asian Football Confederation backed him on Friday, despite criticism of his abandoned plan to sell some FIFA competition commercial rights to private investors.
WHO:FIFA president Gianni Infantino
WHAT:Infantino said most FIFA member associations back his re-election bid.
WHEN:Oct 23, 2026
WHERE:Switzerland
WHY:Infantino cited support from member associations for his re-election bid; no further reason for the bid was stated.
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