Čeferin's decision comes as Infantino faces increasing pressure to step down over his aborted plans to secure private investment in FIFA tournaments. According to a report, three continental confederations - UEFA, CONCACAF, and the Asian Football Confederation - are reportedly mulling over bringing a no-confidence vote at the Congress. Čeferin dismissed a perceived assumption that UEFA is acting in the interests of powerful federations and clubs, pointing out that Infantino, a former UEFA secretary general, was once supported by European nations, including the UK.
Infantino still appears to retain the support of the African and South American confederations, CAF and CONMEBOL. Čeferin believes that Infantino's support is dwindling, not just among the voting members, but also among the football community, fans, and players. The situation is changing daily, and Čeferin believes that Infantino will either have to step down or face opposition if he seeks reelection at the next FIFA Congress in Morocco.