FIFA’s Infantino ineligible for re-election, says former governance chief

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Former FIFA governance chief Miguel Maduro stated on Tuesday that Gianni Infantino is ineligible for re-election as FIFA president in 2027, citing statutes that limit service to three terms. Maduro's comments precede the March 2027 election candidacy deadline, with human rights group FairSquare urging member associations to declare Infantino ineligible based on his current tenure.

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Miguel ⁠⁠Maduro insists Gianni Infantino cannot serve more than three terms, pointing to FIFA's statutes.

FIFA’s Infantino ineligible for re-election, says former governance chief

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