GIANNI INFANTINO

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US president Donald Trump says replacing FIFA president GIanni Infantino would be 'terrible mistake'

US President Donald Trump says removing FIFA president Gianni Infantino would be a "terrible mistake" amid criticism of his failed plan to sell a stake in the World Cup's commercial rights.

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UEFA leads call for probe into FIFA Forward Enterprise row, Infantino under pressure

UEFA, CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation have called for an independent investigation into the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) controversy.

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LaLiga president joins chorus of criticism for FIFA boss Gianni Infantino

Javier Tebas believes football's global governing body FIFA needs a complete rebuild after a large portion of the footballing world lost confidence in president Gianni Infantino.

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Gianni Infantino hits back at 2026 FIFA World Cup critics

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accusing critics of spreading "hate" and "false rumours" while insisting the tournament was a success that united football fans around the world.

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Sepp Blatter says FIFA needs 'new leadership' after claiming World Cup lost credibility

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has renewed his long-running criticism of the man who succeeded him, Gianni Infantino, saying football needs "new leadership" after claiming the 2026 World Cup lost its credibility.

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'Every nation should be allowed to dream' - Infantino eyes future 64-team FIFA World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that the possibility of expanding the FIFA World Cup to 64 teams will be discussed after the 2026 tournament, although no decision has been made.

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