In a move that signals continuity at the top of world football, FIFA has officially given the green light for its President, Vice President, and Executive Council members to serve a third term in office.

This decision paves the way for football’s top brass to maintain their grip on the game’s global direction—bringing both applause from loyalists and raised eyebrows from critics who fear over-consolidation of power.

As always, in the beautiful game, the politics off the pitch can be just as intense as the drama on it.