4 Aug, 11:42··

Infantino Faces Competition for FIFA Presidency

ZEIT Online

Gianni Infantino plans to run for re-election as Fifa President in 2027. Sepp Blatter suggests Lise Klaveness as a candidate. This raises questions about Fifa’s leadership.

Gianni Infantino currently holds the position of Fifa President. Sepp Blatter believes Lise Klaveness is a good choice to replace him. Other candidates, like Vittorio Montagliani, are also being considered. There is debate about the future of leadership within Fifa. Lise Klaveness is running for the presidency herself.

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Highlights

Blatter Supports Klaveness

Sepp Blatter suggested Lise Klaveness as a candidate for FIFA President.

Infantino Seeks Re-election

Gianni Infantino plans to run for re-election in 2027.

Klaveness Faces Challenges

Few believe Lise Klaveness has a realistic chance of winning.

Montagliani Considered

Vittorio Montagliani is being considered as a potential successor.

Wenger Steps Back

FIFA Director Wenger is reducing his support for Infantino’s plans.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • Gianni Infantino intends to run for re-election.
  • Sepp Blatter suggested Lise Klaveness as a candidate.
  • There are discussions about the future leadership of Fifa.
  • Lise Klaveness is being considered as a potential successor.
Sources disagree
Infantino's intentions versus potential successors

Source A says Infantino intends to run for re-election.

ZEIT Online, Der Standard, NRK, NRK, New

Source B says Montagliani could replace Infantino.

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