Kozo Tashima
ON THE RECORD · 6 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“While I haven’t received any formal endorsements yet, I’m getting a positive response. Since time is short and I don’t want to be held up by incomplete paperwork, I want to secure support from at least six associations.”
Kozo Tashima · said 2026-11-08 · reported 2026-11-08
Tashima explained he is seeking formal support from at least six national associations before the November 18 nomination deadline.
“I’ll keep what’s good and change what’s bad…,”
Kozo Tashima · said 2026-11-08 · reported 2026-11-08
Tashima outlined his approach to changing FIFA as part of his presidential election platform.
“I’ve received many messages saying, ‘Thank you for speaking out’…,”
Kozo Tashima · said 2026-11-08 · reported 2026-11-08
Tashima, who is challenging Gianni Infantino for the FIFA presidency, told Japanese daily Sports Nippon he has received supportive messages.
“The biggest problem, however, remains governance…”
Kozo Tashima · said 2026-11-08 · reported 2026-11-08
Tashima identified governance as FIFA's most significant problem.
“Selflessness is my motto… At this stage, I think my chances of winning are about 20 to 30 percent, but as the campaign progresses, I want to raise my confidence to 40 or 50 percent. I truly want to change FIFA.”
Kozo Tashima · said 2026-11-08 · reported 2026-11-08
Tashima estimated his chances of unseating FIFA President Gianni Infantino at 20 to 30 percent.
“I’ve been contacted by presidents and international department officials from eight countries, including some outside Asia,”
Kozo Tashima · said 2026-11-08 · reported 2026-11-08
Tashima stated that he has been contacted by officials from eight countries regarding his candidacy.