Division grows over Gianni Infantino’s support among FIFA members
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Gianni Infantino's position as FIFA president faces increasing uncertainty ahead of next year's election. A recent map shows 73 member associations in support, 124 opposed, and 13 undecided. This shift follows backlash against his proposed private investment plan for the World Cup. Several European nations have retracted support, and a coalition including UEFA, Concacaf, and AFC issued a letter of discontent, representing 136 associations. Infantino's strong backing from Africa and South America may be crucial as he prepares for potential challengers. His status remains fluid as countries assess their positions leading into the March election.
- •Infantino faces growing opposition from FIFA members ahead of the election.
- •73 support, 124 oppose, 13 remain undecided on Infantino’s presidency.
- •Europe's UEFA and Concacaf express distrust in a joint letter against Infantino.
- •Key alliances in Africa and South America could impact voting dynamics.
- •Voting outcomes may depend on upcoming leadership elections in Saudi Arabia.
- 11:12 AMYahoo Sports — The map showing world's division over Infantino
- 11:02 AMBBC Sport — The map showing world's division over Infantino
"BBC Sport uses visuals to explore the support and opposition to Gianni Infantino's leadership of Fifa from all 210 of its members.
"BBC Sport uses visuals to explore the support and opposition to Gianni Infantino's leadership of Fifa from all 210 of its members.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 11:12 AMThe map showing world's division over Infantino
BBC Sport uses visuals to explore the support and opposition to Gianni Infantino's leadership of Fifa from all 210 of its members.
- BBC SportAug 11, 2026, 11:02 AMThe map showing world's division over Infantino
BBC Sport uses visuals to explore the support and opposition to Gianni Infantino's leadership of Fifa from all 210 of its members.
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