German Football Federation Vice President Calls for FIFA President's Removal

Hans-Joachim Watzke, vice president of the German Football Federation (DFB), has called for the removal of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, according to a report by Anadolu Agency.

Watzke was quoted as saying that Infantino "needs to go now – no ifs, ands, or buts."

The report did not specify the reasons behind Watzke's call for Infantino's removal or provide further context on the circumstances prompting the statement.

FIFA has not issued a public response to Watzke's comments, according to the available reporting.

Infantino has served as FIFA president since 2016. The DFB is one of the largest national football federations in the world and a member of FIFA.