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Gianni Infantino Will Seek FIFA Re-Election Despite Criticism

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • FIFA President Gianni Infantino plans to seek another term in 2027, according to a FIFA spokesperson.
  • The spokesperson said Infantino's April announcement remains unchanged despite criticism and pressure.
  • Infantino avoided answering a question about his plans before the Women's Under-20 World Cup opener in Poland.

Gianni Infantino will seek re-election as FIFA president in 2027 despite continuing criticism, according to a spokesperson for world football's governing body.

"The FIFA president announced in April that he would run for re-election in 2027. Of course, nothing has changed," the spokesperson said. "Mr. Infantino will run for re-election."

The FIFA president announced in April that he would run for re-election in 2027. Of course, nothing has changed.

· FIFA spokespersonThe spokesperson reaffirmed Infantino's plan to seek another term.

Infantino had avoided questions about his future plans on Saturday. Asked before the opening of the Women's Under-20 World Cup in Poland whether he was certain to stand, he left the media session smiling and giving a thumbs-up rather than answering directly.

He attended the opening match in Katowice, where hosts Poland defeated Argentina 3-0. The article said it would continue to be updated.

Mr. Infantino will run for re-election.

· FIFA spokespersonThe spokesperson gave a direct confirmation of Infantino's candidacy.
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