UEFA pressures open challenge to Infantino's FIFA leadership
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 4:57 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Gianni Infantino's position as FIFA president is facing significant challenges following efforts by UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin. He is seeking to have European federations withdraw their previous support for Infantino. Despite FIFA claiming backing from over 40 European member associations, there is increasing discussion around potential successors, including Victor Montagliani and Nasser Al-Khelaïfi. Developments may arise during the upcoming Super Cup in Salzburg, where a leadership transition could occur if Infantino departs.
- •Čeferin is rallying European federations against Infantino's leadership.
- •FIFA claims support from over 40 European member associations.
- •Victor Montagliani emerges as a potential candidate for FIFA presidency.
- •Nasser Al-Khelaïfi gains support despite initial reluctance.
- •Key developments expected at the Super Cup in Salzburg.
- 4:57 PMYahoo Sports — ⚠️After pressure from UEFA: Infantino could be on the ropes
"Gianni Infantino’s leadership at the head of FIFA is under serious threat. As revealed by talkSPORT, UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin has begun efforts to have all the European federations that ha...
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