SportsPublished: 27 July 2026 at 22:38

LFF President Ļašenko Endorses Infantino for Another Term as FIFA President

Latvian Football Federation president Vadims Ļašenko has voiced support for Gianni Infantino's candidacy for the next FIFA presidential term, highlighting his contributions to football development.

Vadims Ļašenko, president of the Latvian Football Federation (LFF), stated on Latvian Television that the LFF supports the candidacy of current FIFA President Gianni Infantino for a new term. Ļašenko emphasized Infantino's significant contribution to the development of football as a sport, noting that the LFF is nominating him. The announcement comes ahead of the upcoming FIFA presidential election. Infantino has led FIFA since 2016, succeeding Sepp Blatter amid corruption scandals. Latvia's backing is seen as part of a broader international support campaign.

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