FIFA President Gianni Infantino will seek re-election despite growing calls for him to step down as head of world football’s governing body.
Infantino has come under increasing pressure following a controversial proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup, which sparked a fierce backlash.
FIFA confirmed Sunday that Infantino intends to run in next year’s presidential election for a final term that would keep him in office through 2031.
“The FIFA President announced in April that he will stand for re-election in 2027. Of course, nothing has changed. Mr. Infantino will be standing for re-election,” a FIFA spokesperson said.
Candidates have until Nov. 18 to enter the presidential race, exactly four months before the election.
