Arsène Wenger to face Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency? "He ticks many boxes", says Philippe Diallo

FFF president Diallo backs Wenger as a potential UEFA candidate to challenge Infantino in the FIFA presidential election on 18 March 2027.

The FIFA presidential election will take place on 18 March 2027 in Rabat, Morocco. UEFA must propose a European candidate to challenge incumbent Gianni Infantino, with nominations closing on 18 November.

FFF president Philippe Diallo has endorsed Arsène Wenger as a potential candidate in an interview with Ouest-France. "He has undeniable legitimacy in football and international renown, which are important elements. He clearly ticks many boxes to be a candidate," Diallo said. However, he acknowledged that the decision ultimately rests with Wenger, noting that a presidential campaign is demanding and requires personal commitment.

Wenger, who currently serves as FIFA's Director of Global Football Development, has distanced himself slightly from Infantino following disagreements over the commercialisation of the World Cup. So far, only Infantino and former Swiss defender Ramon Vega have publicly declared their candidacy.