NewzUEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has stated that he is not interested in replacing embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino, while warning that Infantino must either step down or face a leadership challenge in March. Infantino is facing mounting pressure to resign from his position as head of world football due to his controversial attempt to sell off stakes in the World Cup.
The pushback against Infantino's leadership has gained significant momentum across European football governance. In addition to Ceferin's ultimatum regarding a potential March challenge, the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) announced on Wednesday that it has officially withdrawn its support for Infantino. This defection follows similar actions by other European national associations, including England, Ireland, and Wales, which have already scrapped their backing for the FIFA chief.
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