UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF weigh no-confidence vote against Infantino

UEFA, the Asian Football Confederation and CONCACAF are discussing a no-confidence vote to remove FIFA President Gianni Infantino, according to senior figures familiar with the talks.

The regional bodies oppose Infantino’s proposal to sell a minority stake in a private FIFA commercial entity that would control World Cup rights. FIFA’s leadership said it would not support any election process inconsistent with its statutes and governance framework.

Infantino intends to seek reelection at the March 2027 FIFA Congress and retains support from several member associations, including in Africa. Opponents fear a failed no-confidence challenge would demonstrate his electoral backing and strengthen his position.

FIFA’s statutes allow the Council to convene an Extraordinary Congress, or require one if at least one-fifth of its 211 member associations submit a written request. The statutes do not specifically address a no-confidence vote.

The European Football Clubs group, which represents more than 800 clubs, has warned that members could refuse future Club World Cups unless FIFA addresses governance concerns.