FIFA advocates for release of jailed journalist Christophe Gleizes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
FIFA President Gianni Infantino reaffirmed support for French journalist Christophe Gleizes, who has been imprisoned in Algeria for a year. Gleizes was convicted of 'glorifying terrorism' related to his reporting on JS Kabylie, an Algerian football club. Infantino announced that Gleizes has been credentialed for the 2026 World Cup, emphasizing an empty seat is reserved for him. The journalist's family continues to seek international support for his release, hoping for a presidential pardon this summer. His brother called for global mobilization for journalists to advocate for Gleizes' freedom before the tournament ends.
- •Christophe Gleizes has been jailed in Algeria for a year.
- •Gleizes was convicted of 'glorifying terrorism' after reporting on JS Kabylie.
- •Infantino announced Gleizes' accreditation for the 2026 World Cup.
- •Gleizes' family is advocating for his pardon this summer.
- •An empty seat is reserved for Gleizes at FIFA events.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — FIFA pushes for release of jailed French journalist Christophe Gleizes
"FIFA showed support for French sports reporter Christophe Gleize, who has been jailed in Algeria for a year after reporting on a club in a region with a separatist movement.
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