Rights group urges FIFA to block Infantino re-election bid over term limits

A human rights group has called on FIFA to prevent Gianni Infantino from seeking a second term as president, citing his previous three terms under the organization's term limits. President Infantino's first spell as leader began in 2016, when he took office following Sepp Blatter's resignation and his mandate was considered interrupted.

However, FairSquare argues this interpretation is inconsistent with FIFA's statutes. FIFA allows presidents to serve a maximum of three terms, but Infantino's team contends his first term should not count. Infantino faces increasing criticism before the 2027-31 presidential election, set to be held in Morocco on March 18. UEFA, the Asian Football Confederation and CONCACAF have all urged a review of Infantino's conduct following FIFA's proposed $20 billion subsidiary.

Concerns have been raised regarding the transparency of the 2022 ruling, as the committee's reasoning has not been made public.