The Times of India

Infantino Re-Election Bid: FIFA chief left with six open backers; UEFA warns of legal action

Gianni Infantino faces growing pressure ahead of FIFA's 2027 presidential election after the collapse of the FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal. While major football nations have withdrawn support, six countriesQatar, UAE, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Lebanon, and Kuwait, remain key backers. UEFA continues to criticise FIFA's governance, and potential challengers are emerging as scrutiny over Infantino's leadership intensifies.