It would be a mistake: Trump warns FIFA over Infantino exit

Donald Trump is making headlines in international football once again. The U.S. leader has posted a strong message on Truth Social to defend FIFA president Gianni Infantino amid rumors about his possible replacement at the head of the organization.

In his official statement, Trump describes any attempt to replace Infantino as a “terrible mistake”. In his view, the Italian-Swiss executive is chiefly responsible for the commercial success of top-level football competitions today.

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"FIFA would be making a terrible mistake if, for any reason, it even considered replacing President Gianni Infantino. He is fantastic and has just presided over the most successful World Cup ever held, by a factor of four. If he leaves, it will never again be this successful or profitable! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DJT", the message reads.

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The former U.S. president praised the official’s leadership, saying he has just overseen the most successful and profitable World Cup in history. According to his words, the financial figures achieved are four times higher than those of previous editions.

The American politician’s message ends with a blunt warning to the leadership of world football. He maintains that, without Infantino in the position, FIFA will never again generate the same level of revenue or maintain the same degree of international impact.

This statement adds maximum pressure to the debate over the leadership of global football. The political figure’s message reopens the institutional debate ahead of the governing body’s upcoming Assemblies.

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