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French Football Federation withdraws backing for Infantino's FIFA reelection
The French Football Federation has announced it will no longer support FIFA President Gianni Infantino's bid for re-election next year, marking a significant withdrawal of support from a major European football body.
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PARIS — The French Football Federation (FFF) has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's reelection campaign as FIFA president, FFF President Philippe Diallo announced on Thursday. The decision represents a notable shift in backing from one of Europe's most influential football federations ahead of next year's presidential vote. Diallo confirmed the federation's change in position at a press conference, signalling France's move away from the incumbent FIFA leader. The withdrawal of French support is likely to have ripple effects within European football circles, where backing for Infantino has faced growing scrutiny. The decision comes amid broader discussions within FIFA over its direction and leadership priorities heading into the next election cycle. Infantino, who has led world football's governing body since 2016, will need to secure sufficient votes from FIFA's member federations to retain his position.