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Arsene Wenger Considers Running for FIFA Presidency Against Gianni Infantino
BBC · 7 hours ago · Read the Full Story on BBC
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Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is considering running against Gianni Infantino in the upcoming FIFA presidential election amid growing opposition to the incumbent.
- Arsene Wenger is considering running against Gianni Infantino in FIFA's upcoming presidential election.
- Wenger, 77, has support from European football figures and UEFA, though some supporters suggest he could step down before completing a full four-year term.
- Infantino faces a crisis following backlash over his failed plan to sell World Cup commercial stakes to private investors.
- The deadline for candidates to confirm they are running against Infantino in the March election is November 18.
- Former Tottenham defender Ramon Vega and Japan FA honorary president Kozo Tashima have also announced their intention to stand.
- Wenger previously distanced himself from the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise sell-off plot.
- Infantino retains strong backing in South America, Africa, and Asia, including the support of all 54 African member national associations.
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