Swiss FA withdraws backing for Infantino's FIFA presidency re-election bid

ZURICH - The Swiss Football Association (SFV) announced on Wednesday that it would no longer support FIFA President Gianni Infantino's bid to secure another term leading world football's governing body.

The decision represents a notable blow to Infantino, who has held the FIFA presidency since 2016 and was seeking re-election. The Swiss body's withdrawal of backing comes as Infantino faces renewed scrutiny over his stewardship of the global football organisation.

The SFV's move reflects growing concerns among some national football associations regarding Infantino's leadership and governance decisions. This withdrawal follows mounting pressure from various quarters within international football, with questions raised about transparency and administrative practices under his tenure.

The timing of the Swiss association's decision underscores the competitive nature of FIFA's internal politics as the organisation approaches its presidential election cycle. Other federations and stakeholders have similarly begun reassessing their positions on the FIFA leadership question in recent months.

Infantino's re-election campaign now faces additional headwinds, though he remains positioned to secure support from numerous football associations worldwide. The outcome of the FIFA presidential election remains to be determined.