Infantino Claims Broad Backing for Fourth FIFA Term With No Rival Yet

FIFA president Gianni Infantino says he has the support of an “overwhelming majority” of member associations as he seeks re-election, with no challenger emerging so far.

That backing, according to Infantino, puts him in a strong position as he pursues a fourth term at the head of world football’s governing body. His claim of widespread support does not, however, amount to a confirmed election outcome.

His re-election push comes despite criticism of an abandoned plan to sell part of the rights to the World Cup to private investors.

The proposal is no longer moving forward, but the criticism it drew provides a backdrop to Infantino’s bid to remain in office.

For now, the absence of a rival leaves him without an electoral opponent. Whether that changes will be central to how competitive his pursuit of another term becomes.