# Wenger considers standing against Infantino

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/wenger-considers-standing-against-infantino/
- Published: 2026-11-10T08:53:26+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-10T09:38:50+00:00
- Original publisher: BBC Sport (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cwj343pep7zdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Topics: Elections, Football, Politics, Sport

## Key points

- Wenger is seriously considering a challenge for Fifa’s presidency.
- Candidates must declare by 18 November.
- Infantino remains favourite despite backlash over a failed World Cup investment plan.

## Summary

Arsène Wenger is giving serious thought to standing against Gianni Infantino in Fifa’s presidential election next March. A challenge from Wenger could test Infantino’s bid for a fourth term, as the former Arsenal manager has Uefa’s backing and a strong reputation across football.

Wenger, 77, has not decided whether to run, and people close to him still consider Infantino the favourite. Some supporters would accept Wenger winning and then stepping down before completing a four-year term. Candidates must confirm by 18 November; former Tottenham defender Ramon Vega and Japan’s Kozo Tashima have already said they intend to stand. Infantino has faced criticism over a failed plan to sell commercial stakes in the World Cup, while retaining support in Africa, Asia and South America. Wenger said he was not involved in the plan and supported its withdrawal, though his past proposals for biennial World Cups and a “daylight” offside law have also drawn controversy.

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