Gianni Infantino

¿Un Mundial con 64 equipos? Los pro y contras de una idea impulsada por Conmebol que genera debate en la FIFA y beneficiaría a Perú – El Comercio Perú

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The prospect of expanding the FIFA World Cup to a 64-team format has emerged as a significant topic of discussion within international football governing bodies, following informal proposals linked to South American football leadership. While FIFA has not officially ratified such an expansion, the ongoing debate highlights a shift in how the organization views the … Read more

Gianni Infantino Reported to IOC Ethics Committee Amid FIFA World Cup Scandal

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has faced formal complaints filed with the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) Ethics Commission, marking a significant escalation in the scrutiny surrounding the governing body’s leadership following the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The move, which follows intense international debate regarding human rights and transparency in football governance, places the Swiss-Italian administrator … Read more

Trump and FIFA Scandal: Donald Trump Admits Pressuring Infantino Over Balogun Red Card

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FIFA has declared a complaint by the Belgian Football Association regarding the suspension of Balogun inadmissible, according to reports from German outlets including Tagesspiegel and FAZ. The decision follows revelations that Donald Trump contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request the lifting of the player’s red-card suspension. The controversy centers on allegations of political interference … Read more

FIFA World Cup: The Impact of Politics, Money, and Controversy

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FIFA faces renewed criticism regarding its governance and decision-making processes as the organization navigates the complexities of an expanding global tournament calendar. Critics have pointed to the governing body’s recent commercial and political maneuvers as evidence of shifting priorities. At the heart of the debate is the tension between FIFA’s financial growth strategy and the … Read more

Klaveness on Infantino Meeting: ‘I’m Not Holding Back’ | VG

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Lise Klaveness, President of the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF), has confirmed she maintains a direct and confrontational approach in her ongoing dialogue with FIFA President Gianni Infantino. In recent discussions regarding the direction of international football governance, the former judge and footballer emphasized that she does not withhold criticism when addressing the leadership of the … Read more

FIFA Congress Drama: Infantino in Clash Over Palestine & Israel Football ⚽️🇮🇱🇵🇸

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FIFA Congress Marked by Tense Exchange Between Infantino and Palestinian Football Chief Vancouver, British Columbia – A planned moment of unity at the 76th FIFA Congress descended into a tense and public exchange on Thursday, as FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s attempt to foster a display of peace between Israeli and Palestinian football officials failed to … Read more

Iran World Cup 2026: Team Seeks Mexico Relocation Over US Security Concerns | SCMP

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Lisbon, Portugal – Negotiations are underway between the Iranian Football Federation and FIFA to potentially relocate Iran’s group stage matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup from the United States to Mexico, a move prompted by escalating geopolitical tensions and concerns over player safety. The discussions come amid heightened anxieties following recent conflicts in the … Read more

Iran Withdraws from 2026 World Cup Over US Conflict: FIFA’s Possible Responses

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Lisbon, Portugal – The global football community is grappling with the announcement from Iran that it will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a decision stemming from escalating tensions with the United States and Israel. The move, confirmed by Iran’s Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali, casts a shadow over the upcoming tournament, co-hosted by … Read more

Infantino & Domínguez to Inaugurate Colombia’s New Football Center in Barranquilla

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Barranquilla, Colombia – A novel era for Colombian football is dawning with the inauguration of the Federación Colombiana de Fútbol’s (FCF) state-of-the-art Centro de Alojamiento y Alto Rendimiento (High-Performance Accommodation and Training Center) this Tuesday. The facility, located in Alameda del Río, will serve as a dedicated hub for all of Colombia’s national teams, providing … Read more

>Infantino Defends World Cup Amid Boycott Calls, Predicts “Unprecedented” Tournament

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“`html Infantino Defends 2026 World Cup Amid Boycott calls Infantino Defends 2026 World Cup Amid Boycott Calls Published: 2026/01/27 10:45:56 FIFA President Gianni Infantino⁢ speaks with journalists after a meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Photo: EFE/Andre Borges FIFA President Reaffirms Commitment to Joint Tournament FIFA president Gianni ‍Infantino defended the decision … Read more