Infantino to stand for re-election as FIFA president

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September 7, 2026

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Infantino to stand for re-election as FIFA president

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MANCHESTER, England (AP):

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will stand for re-election despite growing calls for him to step down from his position as the head of world football’s governing body.

Infantino has faced increasing pressure after his controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup was met with a furious backlash.

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