Infantino Confirms Re-election Bid for FIFA Presidency, Potential for 15-Year Tenure

Current FIFA President Gianni Infantino has officially announced his candidacy for re-election, potentially extending his tenure to a maximum of 15 years. Infantino made the announcement at the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, stating his aim for a term until 2031. Since taking office in 2016, he has spearheaded significant changes in international football, including reforming the Club World Cup format and expanding the World Cup to 48 teams. Both the African and South American football confederations have already pledged their support for his re-election.