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Japan FA President Tashima Kohzo Announces Bid to Challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA Presidency

Japan FA President Tashima Kohzo Announces Bid to Challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA Presidency
World Sports · 09:44:19 - Friday, 6 November 2026

Japan Football Association President Tashima Kohzo has announced his candidacy for the FIFA presidency, challenging incumbent Gianni Infantino. The announcement was made on November 5, 2026, with Kohzo appearing alongside the president of the German Football Association (DFB) at a press conference.

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