France Prepares Firm Stance Against Gianni Infantino in 2027 FIFA Election

As the 2027 FIFA presidential election approaches in March, significant pressure is mounting on incumbent FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Following controversies linked to the 2026 North American World Cup and backlash against his commercial subsidiary proposal, Infantino faces growing opposition from major football organizations including UEFA.

Within France, debates swirl around the French Football Federation's (FFF) position. Journalist Romain Molina's recent YouTube video "Trahison française" alleged that Philippe Diallo, president of the FFF, may secretly support Infantino, fueling concerns among UEFA officials. Molina pointed to the Nouvelle-Calédonie's support for Infantino—a territory tied to the FFF—as indicative of a possible internal betrayal.

Conversely, Daniel Riolo, commenting on RMC's After Foot, revealed discussions among football circles about preventing Infantino from pursuing another term, with entities like the ECA and UEFA considering pushing for his resignation ahead of the election. Riolo noted that Diallo is expected to publicly oppose Infantino's candidacy, with a decisive stance anticipated at the FFF’s upcoming Comex meeting scheduled for September 8.

This internal French debate and evolving coalition-building highlight the complex power dynamics shaping the upcoming FIFA presidential election, signaling a rising challenge to Infantino's tenure.