FIFA Council Member Kohzo Tashima Reportedly Plans Presidential Challenge Against Incumbent Gianni Infantino
FIFA Council member Kohzo Tashima intends to run for president of the global soccer body against incumbent Gianni Infantino, according to Japanese media reports.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, November 5, 2026 —
Kohzo Tashima, a member of the FIFA Council, is reportedly planning to challenge Gianni Infantino for the presidency of the global soccer governing body. The news emerged from reports by Japanese media outlets.
Tashima, who has served on the FIFA Council, is said to intend to run against the incumbent president, Gianni Infantino. The specifics of Tashima’s platform or the timeline for his official candidacy were not detailed in the reports.
Gianni Infantino is currently the president of FIFA. Further details regarding the challenger’s plans or the official announcement of his candidacy are expected to be released.
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