FIFA Chief Gianni Infantino Acknowledges Trump Conversation, States Balogun Red Card Ruling Isn’t His Decision
FIFA President Responds to Suspension Controversy On Monday, FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed the decision to lift the red card suspension for American soccer player Folarin Balogun, allowing him to compete against Belgium in the World Cup later that night. In his statement, Infantino highlighted FIFA’s autonomy, emphasizing the role of its independent judicial body […]
Infantino supports FIFA’s independence following Trump’s call regarding Balogun
FIFA President Gianni Infantino spoke on Monday about his conversation with President Donald Trump concerning the one-match suspension of US World Cup player Folarin Balogun. Infantino noted that FIFA’s judicial body operates independently and makes decisions based on its Disciplinary Code, regardless of outside opinions. In his statement, Infantino mentioned that he routinely engages with […]
Trump spoke to Infantino about Balogun’s red card, FIFA exonerates the striker.
President Donald Trump has stepped into the middle of the Folarin Balogun red card issue during the World Cup, reaching out to FIFA President Gianni Infantino for a review of the controversial decision made during the Round of 32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to sources. The specifics of Trump’s conversation with Infantino haven’t […]
FIFA President Gianni Infantino Supports Iran Team Following World Cup Draw with New Zealand
FIFA President Visits Iranian Team After Draw FIFA president Gianni Infantino made an unexpected stop in the Iranian national team’s locker room on Monday night, offering support following their 2-2 draw with New Zealand in the World Cup. His presence seemed to add a personal touch to a complex situation. Despite the warm welcome, there […]
FIFA president Gianni Infantino urges people to relax about the Somali referee who was denied entry to the US while standing firm on World Cup ticket prices.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed ticket pricing for the World Cup on Wednesday, stating, “If we’re doing something wrong, everyone in North America is doing something wrong.” The ticket prices for the upcoming 48-nation tournament, which kicks off Thursday, range from $140 to an eye-watering $8,680 for regular seats at the July 19 final in […]
FIFA president Gianni Infantino attributes World Cup prices to the US resale market.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed disappointment over the high ticket prices for this year’s World Cup, suggesting it would be unfortunate if fans disapprove. He noted recently that the cost of tickets had increased significantly for this summer’s matches, with final tickets soaring to nearly $13,000—up from around $1,600 for the 2022 tournament—largely due to […]
Iran will take part in the World Cup, says FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
Iran to Compete in World Cup Despite U.S. Tensions FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed that Iran will partake in this summer’s World Cup as previously arranged, despite ongoing tensions with the United States. Initially, there were discussions about relocating Iran’s scheduled match to Mexico after President Donald Trump remarked it was “not appropriate” for Iran […]
IOC investigating FIFA president Gianni Infantino for attending Trump’s Board of Peace event
IOC to Investigate FIFA Leader’s Participation in Peace Commission Kirsty Coventry, the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), announced on Friday that the IOC plans to examine FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s involvement in the launch of a peace commission led by US President Donald Trump. Both Infantino and Coventry are part of the IOC’s […]
Infantino accused of breaching neutrality with support for Trump
Miguel Maduro, the former leader of FIFA’s Governance Committee, has raised concerns about current FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s recent comments supporting President Donald Trump, suggesting they may breach FIFA’s bylaws on political neutrality. In an interview with The Athletic, Maduro expressed that Infantino’s remarks at the American Business Forum in Miami—where he praised Trump by […]
Gianni Infantino faces pressure to disclose details of his trip to the Gulf with Donald Trump
Infantino Faces Scrutiny Over Trip with Trump Gianni Infantino is under pressure this week to clarify his recent trip to the Bay alongside Donald Trump, as major critics challenge FIFA’s governance. Human Rights Watch has criticized Infantino’s journey—which involved accompanying the U.S. president to Qatar and Saudi Arabia—pointing out that his absence from crucial meetings […]