Gianni Infantino

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has formally announced his bid for re-election in March 2027. He faces internal dissent and scrutiny over governance and financial proposals.

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly defended FIFA president Gianni Infantino, warning that removing him would be a terrible mistake amid pressure from global football confederations.

The English FA is set to withdraw its support for Gianni Infantino's 2027 FIFA re-election bid following widespread backlash over a scrapped commercial deal.

UEFA has declared a loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the collapse of his controversial plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned a plan to sell a 20% stake in a commercial subsidiary following a boycott threat from UEFA and widespread backlash.

European nations and CONCACAF sparked a crisis in global soccer governance by rejecting FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell tournament stakes to private equity investors.

UEFA and its 55 member associations declared a sweeping boycott of FIFA competitions over a controversial plan to sell minority stakes to private investors.

UEFA has voted to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, in protest of a controversial plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hit back at 2026 World Cup critics in a social media essay, dismissing controversies and visa disputes.

Donald Trump sparked awkward scenes at the World Cup final after remaining on stage during Spain's trophy celebration. FIFA president Gianni Infantino's attempts to clear the podium were ignored by the president.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium introduced a halftime show and an extended closing ceremony featuring various global music icons. This departure from tradition sparked debate among those weighing the balance between sports and entertainment.

The White House confirmed that President Donald Trump will attend the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has indicated Trump will join him in presenting the trophy to the winning team.

FIFA is evaluating a proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams to mark the tournament's centenary, sparking debate over format and feasibility.