The Independent · October 23, 2026

Who is supporting Gianni Infantino and how many votes will secure re-election as Fifa president?

Gianni Infantino requires 106 votes from FIFA's 211 member federations to win re-election as president in March, with several major football nations including England, France, Spain, and Germany publicly backing his candidacy. No other candidate has officially declared to challenge him yet, making him the overwhelming favorite for a second term.

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Who is supporting Gianni Infantino and how many votes will secure re-election as Fifa president?

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