Belgian Football Association withdraws support for FIFA leader Gianni Infantino’s re-election bid

The Belgian football association will not support Gianni Infantinos bid for another term as FIFA president, it said on Monday, citing concerns over transparency and governance within world footballs governing body.Belgium joins a growing list of national associations, including England and Italy, that have withdrawn their backing for Infantino ahead of the FIFA presidential election in March 2027.FIFA confirmed on Sunday that Infantino would seek another term as president. He is currently the only declared candidate.The Royal Belgian FA (RBFA) said it was seeking clear answers regarding the decision-making process and the next steps surrounding Infantinos aborted plan to bring private investment into the World Cup.The Belgians also called for complete transparency and clear explanations over the suspension of US forward Folarin Baloguns ban during the recent World Cup. Baloguns red card in the last-32 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina resulted in an automatic suspension for the match with Belgium in the next round.  But FIFA stepped in and lifted his ban, leading to widespread condemnation, especially when it emerged that US President Donald Trump had intervened by phoning Infantino. Two months after the events, we note that our questions remain unanswered to date, said RBFA president Pascale Van Damme. The Belgian FA has formally requested that FIFA place the Balogun case on the agenda of the next FIFA Council meeting on October 15.In recent weeks, footballs governing bodies have become increasingly divided over FIFAs leadership, with critics accusing Infantino of developing plans for a new commercial structure involving private investors without sufficient consultation. Facing mounting opposition, Infantino quickly shelved the proposal, but the move has failed to quell concerns among several member associations. The post Belgian Football Association withdraws support for FIFA leader Gianni Infantinos re-election bid appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.