The French Football Federation withdrew, unanimously, its support for Gianni Infantino's re-candidacy for the FIFA presidency. This decision represents a significant change in the French federation's position regarding the current president of the organization that governs world football.
The federation justified its decision with two main arguments. First, it stated that France is one of the founding federations of FIFA, which gives it particular weight in the organization's decisions. Second, it referred to the prominent position that the French national team occupies in the world ranking as a relevant factor for its position.
This withdrawal of support comes at a time when Infantino is seeking a third term at the head of FIFA. The French federation's decision may influence other members of the international football community in their positions regarding Infantino's re-candidacy.
