🚨 Breaking: FIFA confirms Infantino is running for election | OneFootball

FIFA has officially confirmed that Gianni Infantino will run as a candidate in the 2027 presidential elections. The Swiss official will seek a new term at the helm of international football’s top governing body.

The announcement was made official following the ratification of the electoral calendar scheduled for the organization’s next Congress. With this decision, Infantino aims to extend the tenure he began in 2016.

Under his administration, the expansion of major tournaments such as the World Cup has been promoted. These measures have increased global revenue, although they have also sparked intense debate within the sector.

Despite his candidacy, the electoral landscape points to strategic discussions among the different confederations. Several European countries have questioned some of his recent governance policies.

The decisive vote will take place in March 2027 during the general assembly of member federations. That meeting will determine the leadership direction of world football for the coming years.

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