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Nasser Al-Khelaifi rules out FIFA presidency after PSG Super Cup win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:01 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Nasser Al-Khelaifi rules out FIFA presidency after PSG Super Cup win

Summary

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi stated he is not interested in replacing Gianni Infantino as FIFA president. After PSG's 2-1 victory over Aston Villa in the Super Cup, Al-Khelaifi emphasized his contentment in his current role. Infantino’s presidency has faced criticism following proposals for selling World Cup stakes, leading to support withdrawal from several nations, including England. Other potential candidates for the FIFA position include UEFA’s Aleksander Ceferin and CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani.

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By the Numbers

•PSG defeated Aston Villa 2-1 in the Super Cup.
•Al-Khelaifi expresses satisfaction with his role at PSG.
•Gianni Infantino's presidency faces increased scrutiny over World Cup stake sale.
•Several nations have withdrawn support for Infantino.
•Aleksander Ceferin is also a candidate for FIFA president.

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2:01 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Very happy’ – PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi reveals whether he wants to replace Gianni Infantino at FIFA

What they're saying

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Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has revealed whether he would be interested in replacing Gianni Infantino. Infantino’s position as FIFA President has come under scrutiny after reports that he wanted to sell a stake in the World Cup.
— Yahoo Sports

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