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FIFA denies reports of Infantino-Trump conversations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 8:15 AM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

FIFA denies reports of Infantino-Trump conversations

Summary

FIFA has denied claims by The Times that its president, Gianni Infantino, engaged in phone conversations with Donald Trump or his administration. In an official statement, FIFA described the reports as "pure fiction" and emphasized there had been no recent communication regarding political matters. The organization's response aims to quash any speculation about interference in its operations. The Times and the U.S. administration have not released further comments following FIFA's statement. The situation remains under close observation by international sports media.

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By the Numbers

•FIFA issues a strong denial of reported conversations with Trump.
•Infantino has not communicated with Trump's administration, according to FIFA.
•The Times originally published the claims prompting FIFA's statement.
•FIFA seeks to curb rumors of political interference.
•No additional comments have come from The Times or U.S. officials.

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8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Pure fiction: FIFA deny calls between Infantino and Trump camp

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FIFA has categorically denied the information published by the British newspaper The Times. Those reports claimed that the organization's president, Gianni Infantino, had held phone conversations with...
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