FIFA president Gianni Infantino says he is backed by a “vast, vast majority” of member associations as he seeks re-election for a fourth term, while also dismissing questions about resigning. Several outlets report that he points to endorsements from regional football bodies, including the Asian and African federations, to bolster his standing ahead of the vote.
The comments come after Infantino abandoned a plan associated with FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) that involved shifting or selling parts of the commercial rights of competitions to private investors. In the aftermath, European and other continental governing bodies signed a letter asserting that football “belongs to no individual,” and Infantino later apologised.
Across the coverage, outlets largely agree on the core sequence: the failed private-investment proposal, the resulting backlash and resignation talk, and Infantino’s response emphasizing member-association support and the democratic process. Differences are mainly in emphasis—some lead with the resignation angle and others lead with regional endorsements or the “vast majority” claim.
