# UEFA nears picking candidate to challenge Infantino in FIFA election

UEFA is close to selecting a candidate to run against FIFA President Gianni Infantino in the next FIFA election. The move signals a potential contested leadership vote and reflects tensions between European football’s governing body and FIFA. A challenge could reshape FIFA leadership and alter the balance of power in global football governance.

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- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/oct/29/uefa-close-to-identifying-candidate-gianni-infantino-in-fifa-election) — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:41:04 GMT