# Infantino Unopposed for Fifa Re-election

> Gianni Infantino likely wins Fifa presidency with no challenger despite FFE controversy.
- Title: Infantino Unopposed for Fifa Re-election · BBC Sport
- Summary: Gianni Infantino likely wins Fifa presidency with no challenger despite FFE controversy. Gianni Infantino will remain Fifa president after 40 days with no…
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- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cjn5v7zdrp5po
- Published: 2026-10-09T16:28:23.508+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: gianni infantino, fifa, ufa, concacaf, fifa forward enterprise, fifa congress, fifa president, fifa re-election, fifa governance, fifa legal action, fifa peace prize, fifa council
## Infantino's Position
Gianni Infantino appears unopposed for Fifa re-election with 40 days until nominations deadline.
## FFE Proposal
Infantino's Fifa Forward Enterprise plan to sell World Cup rights to private equity firm sparked concerns.
## Uefa's Challenge
Uefa sought to challenge Infantino but lacks candidates and weapons to overthrow him.
## Global Support
54 African nations and 55 European votes support Infantino despite Uefa's opposition.
## Montagliani's Stance
Victor Montagliani, Concacaf president, has chosen to run for re-election with Concacaf not against Infantino.
## Legal Action
Uefa filed claims in three US courts to get documents related to FFE for potential criminal mismanagement.
## Infantino's Response
Infantino emphasized dialogue and openness after FFE controversy with African nations.
## Uefa's Goal
Uefa wants reform of Fifa governance but faces resistance from Asian confederation president.
## Fifa's History
Fifa has only had five presidents in 65 years with only one incumbent losing an election.
## Next Steps
Uefa may pursue legal action to force Infantino out if evidence of misconduct is found.
## Key takeaway

Gianni Infantino will remain Fifa president after 40 days with no opposition despite FFE proposal and Uefa's legal efforts.