Ramon Vega plans FIFA presidency challenge to Infantino
Former Swiss footballer Ramon Vega intends to stand in FIFA’s 2027 presidential election, potentially challenging Gianni Infantino.
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Former Switzerland international Ramon Vega has announced that he intends to run for FIFA president in 2027. Gianni Infantino has held the post since 2016, and ANP/RTR reported that no challenger had emerged before Vega’s announcement. [1]
Vega said he wants to reunite the global football community, pursue lasting reforms and modernise FIFA. He earned 23 caps for Switzerland and played for clubs including Tottenham Hotspur, Celtic, Cagliari and Grasshopper Club Zürich. He also expressed interest in the FIFA presidency in 2015, 2019 and 2022. [1]
The election is scheduled for 18 March 2027 at FIFA’s congress in Rabat, Morocco, according to ANP/RTR. Vega has announced his intention to stand; his formal registration has not been confirmed. [1]
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