UEFA chief Ceferin calls for Infantino to quit, but 'not interested' in replacing him
Summary
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said he will not try to replace FIFA president Gianni Infantino. However, Ceferin warned Infantino that he must quit or face a leadership challenge at the next FIFA election in March. Infantino is under pressure after his plan to bring private investors into FIFA tournaments was abandoned.Key Facts
- Aleksander Ceferin is the president of UEFA, the European soccer organization.
- Gianni Infantino is the president of FIFA, the world governing body for soccer.
- Infantino proposed a plan to allow private investors in FIFA competitions, but the plan was dropped amid criticism.
- UEFA and other regional football groups have accused Infantino of breaking trust.
- Ceferin said he loves working at UEFA and is not interested in becoming FIFA president.
- Ceferin predicted Infantino will need to step down or face a challenger in the FIFA presidential race in March 2027.
- Possible challengers include Victor Montagliani (CONCACAF president) and Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa (AFC president).
- Infantino has lost support from parts of the football community, including fans, players, and coaches.
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