Friday, 30 October 2026

UEFA nears decision on candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency

Golazo Newsroom · Friday, 30 October 2026 at 05:31

UEFA nears decision on candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency
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  • UEFA is finalizing a candidate to run against Gianni Infantino in the upcoming FIFA election.
  • The identity of the challenger could be confirmed as early as next week.
  • Arsène Wenger is not believed to be in contention for the role.

UEFA and its allies are nearing the selection of a candidate to oppose Gianni Infantino in the FIFA election. According to The Guardian, the identity of this challenger could be approved as soon as next week.

With the election scheduled for March, the deadline for candidates to officially confirm their participation is 18 November. There is reportedly growing confidence that the efforts to find a nominee are approaching a resolution.

While discussions with potential candidates are ongoing, reports indicate that Arsène Wenger is not currently considered a contender for the position.

Data source: The Guardian, Foto: Bryan Berlin / CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Updated Friday, 30 October 2026 at 05:31

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