Asian Football Confederation Backs Gianni Infantino for FIFA Re-election
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has officially pledged its support for Gianni Infantino’s bid for another term as FIFA president, despite previous tensions over commercial proposals.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced its full support for Gianni Infantino in the upcoming FIFA presidential election. AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al-Khalifa confirmed the organization's stance, stating that the Asian football community is committed to backing Infantino’s leadership as he seeks another term.
This endorsement is notable given that the AFC previously criticized Infantino for his controversial proposal to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup to external investors, a move they had described as a breach of trust. Despite this past friction, the AFC has now aligned itself with the Confederation of African Football (CAF), which has also declared its support for the incumbent.
For residents and visitors in Thailand, this development highlights the ongoing political landscape within global sports governance, which often influences the hosting and organization of major football events in the region. The FIFA presidential election is scheduled to take place in March 2027. While the AFC has solidified its position, it remains to be confirmed whether other regional confederations will follow suit or if additional candidates will emerge to challenge Infantino’s bid before the election date.
