Monday, 9 November 2026

Arsene Wenger Considering Run for FIFA Presidency

Golazo Newsroom · Monday, 9 November 2026 at 06:02

Arsene Wenger Considering Run for FIFA Presidency
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  • Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is weighing a bid for the FIFA presidency.
  • He would challenge the incumbent Gianni Infantino for the 2027-2031 term.
  • Wenger’s established reputation positions him as a significant contender.

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is reportedly contemplating a candidacy for the FIFA presidency. According to CNN Indonesia, the Frenchman is considering entering the race for the 2027-2031 term, which would see him challenge the current president, Gianni Infantino.

Wenger, who currently serves as a high-ranking official within FIFA, is regarded as a formidable opponent due to his extensive experience and standing within the sport. If he decides to proceed with the bid, it would mark a significant challenge to the leadership of world football's governing body.

Data source: CNN Indonesia, Foto: Barcex / CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Updated Monday, 9 November 2026 at 06:02

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