Caribbean Union backs Infantino as FIFA's legal chief announces departure

The Caribbean Football Union has officially declared its support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president for the upcoming March vote. The bloc, which holds 25 voting rights among its 31 members, made the decision following direct outreach from Infantino, joining the Asian Football Confederation which had previously pledged its backing. Meanwhile, FIFA council member Kozo Tashima has stepped forward as a challenger ahead of the November 18 nomination deadline. In other administrative news, FIFA confirmed that Emilio García Silvero, the director of legal and compliance, will step down after the 2026 World Cup. During his eight-year tenure, Silvero was instrumental in reforming transfer rules and international payment systems, and he now intends to return to Spain to pursue new professional opportunities.