The French Football Federation refused to support Gianni Infantino in the election of the head of FIFA
FFF calls for major reform of Fédération Internationale de Football Association's governance
Quick Look
- The French Football Federation has officially withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino in the 2027 FIFA presidential election.
- The organization insists on the need for deep reform of FIFA's governance system to increase transparency and restore trust.
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Why It Matters
Gianni Infantino plans to participate in the elections of the head of FIFA in March 2027. A number of European football associations have already expressed their refusal to support him.
Another European country has refused to support Gianni Infantino in the upcoming March 2027 elections for the head of the International Football Federation (FIFA). This was reported on the website of the French Football Federation (FFF).
France announced it would end its support for Infantino, following Italy, Northern Ireland, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and the Faroe Islands. “The French Football Federation calls for a plan for a major reform of FIFA's governance that will allow world football to continue to develop. A series of consultations with leading French and international figures will begin in the coming days,” the organization noted.
The purpose of these consultations is “to collectively understand the situation and develop proposals for a large-scale transformation of FIFA’s management system.” According to French football officials, this is necessary to restore trust, increase transparency and ensure the independence and impeccable reputation of world football's governing body.
What to Watch
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Conducting a series of FFF consultations with international figures
Very likely · Within days
Open Questions
- What specific reforms will the FFF propose?
- Who will be an alternative candidate for the post of FIFA head?
