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Arsene Wenger weighing challenge to Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency

Updated 18:22 WAT, · first published 10 Nov 2026, 12:22 WAT · 8 outlets reporting

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Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is reportedly considering a bid to unseat Gianni Infantino as FIFA president, according to Daily Post. Sky Sports said Wenger is expected to decide within the week ahead of the November 18 deadline. BBC Sport Africa noted the election is scheduled for March, while Vanguard reported growing calls from European football figures for his candidacy. The Whistler added that sources close to Wenger said a final decision has not yet been made.

What we know

  • Wenger is 77 years old
  • He may decide by the end of the week
  • The FIFA presidential election deadline is 18 November
  • The next election is in March 2026
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Why it matters: The FIFA presidential election deadline is 18 November.

Sources

  1. Wenger considers challenging Infantino in FIFA presidential election – Daily Post,
  2. Wenger considers standing against Infantino – BBC Sport Africa,
  3. Wenger considers challenging Infantino for FIFA presidency — Report – Punch,
  4. Wenger considers challenging Infantino for FIFA presidency — Report – Vanguard,
  5. Wenger Considers Challenging Infantino For Fifa Presidency – The Whistler,
  6. Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger considers challenging Infantino in FIFA presidential election – Linda Ikeji's Blog,
  7. Wenger to decide on FIFA presidency challenge against Infantino – BusinessDay,
  8. Arsene Wenger: Why former Arsenal manager is considering a run for FIFA president – Legit.ng,

Updates

  • – Summary updated with new reporting
  • – Now also reported by Legit.ng
  • – Now also reported by BusinessDay
  • – Now also reported by BBC Sport Africa
  • – Summary updated with new reporting
  • – Now also reported by Linda Ikeji's Blog
  • – Now also reported by The Whistler
  • – Story published - 3 outlets

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