Italy Withdraws Infantino Support Ahead of 2027

Italy’s national football federation (FIGC) has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino’s bid for the FIFA presidency in 2027, signaling a shift aligned with UEFA amid concerns over his governance and proposed deals with private investors. President Giovanni Malagò said the decision, coordinated with UEFA and other European federations, aims to promote a vision of football rooted in merit, solidarity, sustainability, and fan centrality, while emphasizing dialogue and shared responsibility. The move follows mounting opposition to Infantino’s proposals, including plans to sell future World Cup profits to private investors, which have drawn criticism from other continental bodies. By openly backing UEFA’s stance, Italy joins a broader European debate about the governance and financial model of global football and the evolution of the international calendar. The development could shape the dynamics of the 2027 FIFA presidential race as European federations coordinate their positions. This narrative is reported across multiple outlets reflecting the same event and official comments from the FIGC and Malagò.