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Africa backing Infantino for unique fourth term as FIFA president

Africa backing Infantino for unique fourth term as FIFA president

Summary

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has decided to support FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s run for a fourth term in 2027. CAF’s backing follows a similar endorsement from South America’s CONMEBOL group.

Key Facts

  • CAF unanimously supports Gianni Infantino for a fourth FIFA presidential term.
  • Infantino has been FIFA president since 2016.
  • He was re-elected in 2019 and 2023.
  • FIFA rules usually limit presidents to three terms.
  • Infantino’s first term (2016-2019) is considered partial and does not count toward the three-term limit.
  • The decision was made before the FIFA Congress held in Vancouver.
  • South America’s CONMEBOL has also endorsed Infantino for re-election.
  • Infantino took over after Sepp Blatter resigned amid a corruption scandal.
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