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FIFA President Infantino Confirms Re-election Bid Despite Scandals

Gianni Infantino has confirmed he will stand for re-election as FIFA president, despite facing criticism over a failed World Cup ticket sell-off plan. The confirmation sets the stage for a contested vote amid ongoing scrutiny of the organization's governance.

6 Sept, 15:35 — 6 Sept, 15:35
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Infantino to stand for re-election as FIFA president despite failed World Cup sell-off plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will stand for re-election, world soccer's governing body said Sunday. Infantino has faced increasing pressure over his failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. Despite widespread calls for him to step down, FIFA said Infantino will seek next year to win a fourth and final term in office through 2031.

By JAMES ROBSON

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First report: telex · 6 Sept, 15:16Full coverage: 5 · 3hWindow: 3h
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telex6 Sept, 15:16First to report

A botrányok ellenére Infantino megerősítette, hogy újraindul a FIFA-elnökségért

Yahoo6 Sept, 15:35

Infantino to stand for re-election as FIFA president despite failed World Cup sell-off plan

observador6 Sept, 15:58

Porta-voz da FIFA confirma recandidatura de Gianni Infantino

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hvg6 Sept, 17:41

Újraindul a FIFA elnöki tisztségéért Gianni Infantino

digi246 Sept, 18:40Latest update

Gianni Infantino va candida pentru un nou mandat în martie 2027. FIFA: „Nimic nu s-a schimbat”

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