{
  "id": 13005346,
  "title": "Ceferin to stand for fourth term as Uefa president",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/ceferin-to-stand-for-fourth-term-as-uefa-president",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-09T02:21:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/ceferin-to-stand-for-fourth-term-as-uefa-president/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has announced his intention to run for a fourth term as head of European football’s governing body. This decision was made clear during a meeting of all 55 national association chiefs in Berlin. Uefa has also reaffirmed its opposition to Fifa president Gianni Infantino, publishing a 14-point plan for reforming the world governing body. Ceferin’s move to seek re-election was initially met with uncertainty, as he had previously stated his intention to not stand for re-election in February 2024. However, with Uefa’s efforts to remove Infantino from power, the 58-year-old Slovenian’s decision to run has become more likely. Ceferin thanked the national associations for their trust and emphasized that there is still important work ahead for Uefa. His ambition remains focused on uniting European football, strengthening the game, and preparing Uefa for the next generation. Uefa and 54 of the national associations agreed on a clear direction for Fifa reform during the meeting, with Infantino set to run for re-election in March. While no confirmed challenger has emerged yet, former Tottenham Hotspur defender Ramon Vega has expressed his intention to stand, though he may face challenges in gaining the necessary support to secure a place on the ballot. Uefa’s plan for reforming Fifa is centered around institutional governance, removing direct presidential powers, and ensuring that no Fifa resources are used for personal or electoral interests. At least $10 million should be made available to each of the 211 member associations to support these reforms.",
  "summary": "Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin will stand for a fourth term as head of European football’s governing body. Ceferin informed delegates of his decision at a meeting of all 55 national association chiefs in Berlin. Uefa also reaffirmed its opposition to Fifa president Gianni Infantino as it published a 14-point plan to reform world football’s governing […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Aleksander Ceferin seeks fourth term as Uefa president",
    "Uefa opposes Fifa president Gianni Infantino",
    "Former Tottenham defender Ramon Vega may challenge Ceferin"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Ceferin's decision to seek a fourth term as Uefa president indicates his priorities have shifted from stepping down to positioning himself to drive Fifa reform and counter Infantino's influence.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}