Infantino re-election boost as Concacaf chief will not stand
Gianni Infantino's chances of being re-elected as FIFA president appear to have received a major boost after potential rival Victor Montagliani confirmed he wants to remain head of Concacaf.
The re-election prospects of FIFA president Gianni Infantino have received a significant boost after Victor Montagliani, his potential rival, confirmed he intends to remain head of Concacaf. Montagliani, who previously appeared as a possible candidate following Infantino's failed attempt to sell World Cup stake to private investors, has now informed colleagues he will seek a final term as Concacaf chief.
This development means that Infantino, 56, who has confirmed he will run for a fourth term in the March presidential election, will not face opposition. The rebellion against Infantino, led by UEFA, must now identify a unifying candidate by the deadline of November 18. Meanwhile, UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has announced he will stand for another four-year term.
Ceferin, 58, initially decided against re-election in February 2024, but has since reversed his stance due to the ongoing challenges faced by UEFA. He affirmed his commitment to uniting European football, strengthening the game, and preparing the organization for the future.
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