Infantino’s potential continuation into 2027 is already attracting scrutiny. An uncontested re-election would extend his time at the top of world football and revive arguments about term limits, particularly after the lengthy presidencies of Sepp Blatter and João Havelange.
The report also points to criticism of Infantino’s political relationships and the awarding of the Peace Prize. Reports suggest some federations have faced pressure to support his candidacy, adding another layer of tension before the election.
Bullingham described the FA’s stance as “a matter for a future board review”, insisting it should not be linked directly to the “success or otherwise of the tournament”. That leaves the board free to assess ’s leadership, governance and relationship with supporters before making its position public.
The FA is also facing questions over the cost of attending matches. Supporter groups have criticised World Cup ticket prices, while Bullingham defended the organisation’s efforts by pointing to the reported introduction of $60 Category 4 tickets.
He said those tickets were intended to help supporters with the strongest attendance records, although availability remains limited. The FA expects most of England’s top cappers to be able to attend, but affordability remains a live concern for fans.
The next key moment will be the FA board’s review-and whether it declares its position on Infantino before the 2027 election campaign gathers pace.