Ceferin rules out Fifa presidency bid but claims Infantino could face challenger
- Posted on August 24, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has dismissed speculation about a potential FIFA presidency campaign, instead focusing criticism on FIFA's ambitious World Cup expansion plans. Ceferin argues that the proposed biennial World Cup format represents a more significant risk to global football's integrity than the controversial European Super League initiative. His remarks highlight growing tensions within international football governance regarding competition structure and player welfare.
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Ceferin rules out Fifa presidency bid but claims Infantino could face challenger
Head of European football’s governing body brands World Cup investment project a greater threat to the sport than European Super League plan.
