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FIFA president attends Jamaica versus Guatemala match amid campaign efforts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 3:57 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

FIFA president attends Jamaica versus Guatemala match amid campaign efforts
Summary

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is attending the Concacaf Nations League match between Jamaica and Guatemala on September 25. The visit is part of his efforts to secure support for his re-election campaign ahead of the March 2027 election, following some challenges to his leadership. Although over 200 member associations had supported him before the 2026 World Cup, recent backlash over a proposed ownership plan has raised concerns. Infantino's presence in Jamaica highlights the importance of the Caribbean voting bloc, as he aims to gather more backing amidst growing criticism.

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  • •Infantino attends the Jamaica-Guatemala match on September 25.
  • •His re-election campaign is underway, targeting Caribbean support.
  • •Over 200 FIFA members initially backed his presidency.
  • •Concacaf leaders have recently expressed criticism of his leadership.
  • •No contenders for the FIFA presidency have emerged yet.
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  • 3:57 PMYahoo Sports — FIFA president attending Jamaica-Guatemala game as re-election campaign continues
What they're saying
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The FIFA president is making a second visit to the Caribbean since the 2026 World Cup, potentially shoring up a key voting bloc ahead of a March 2027 election.

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