The Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) has stated it will not support Gianni Infantino's bid for re-election as Fifa president. The RBFA cited a lack of transparency regarding two key issues: the handling of the Folarin Balogun incident and Infantino's now-abandoned plans to partially privatise the World Cup.
Infantino confirmed at the weekend that he intends to stand again in March. The Belgian FA's decision is based on what it describes as Fifa's failure to provide transparency on these matters.
The RBFA expressed unresolved concerns about the suspension given to USA striker Balogun, which was lifted before their World Cup game against Belgium following pressure from President Trump. The association stated that despite explicit requests for justification and clarification on future handling, a satisfactory response has not been received.
Additionally, the RBFA cited Infantino's plan to house World Cup rights in a spin-off company and sell minority stakes to outside investors. The association noted that insufficient insight has been provided regarding the rationale and decision-making process for this plan, raising questions about transparency and governance. The RBFA remains aligned with Uefa, which has initiated legal proceedings against Infantino in the US.