Uefa president Ceferin to stand for re-election in 2027

Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has announced his intention to stand for re-election for a final four-year term at the upcoming Uefa congress in Kazakhstan in April 2027. This decision marks a reversal of his previous stance not to seek re-election. The Slovenian football official was first elected in 2016 to succeed Michel Platini, who stepped down following a FIFA corruption case involving the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

Ceferin expressed gratitude to the 55 member national associations for their trust and acknowledged the numerous challenges faced by European football over the past years. Despite these obstacles, he affirmed his commitment to keeping the sport united, strengthening the game, and preparing Uefa for the next generation. The president's main ambition remains unchanged, focusing on the long-term health and success of European football.

The announcement came after unanimous support from the national associations, as confirmed by Uefa in a statement. The meeting also addressed the future governance and leadership of FIFA, where Ceferin's Uefa has been critical of Gianni Infantino's leadership. One proposal put forward by Uefa is that the FIFA president should lead, rather than manage.