South American football leaders back FIFA's Infantino amid governance criticism
FIFA President Gianni Infantino received support from South American football figures during his visit to Colombia for the inauguration of President Abelardo de la Espriella in Cali on Friday. Despite criticism over FIFA’s governance, CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez and other federation leaders backed Infantino, who will seek re-election next March.
27 AUG 2026
— Al Jazeera
Italy's football federation withdrew its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino due to concerns about governance and competition development.
30 AUG 2026
— Al Jazeera
The KNVB, a founding member of FIFA, called for a summit to discuss overhauling FIFA and replacing President Gianni Infantino by 2027.
6 SEPT 2026
— Al Jazeera
FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced his intention to seek re-election in 2027 despite facing criticism and legal challenges.
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