Fifa president Infantino holds news conference ahead of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 5:09 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Fifa president Gianni Infantino addressed the media in a news conference on June 10, 2026, marking his first such appearance in three years. The conference comes on the eve of the 2026 World Cup, which begins on June 11, hosted by Mexico and South Africa. Infantino is expected to discuss key issues surrounding the tournament, which has drawn significant attention. His comments may influence how the event is perceived and managed by the global soccer community.
- •Infantino speaks to media ahead of the World Cup.
- •This is his first news conference since 2023.
- •The 2026 World Cup begins on June 11.
- •Mexico and South Africa are co-hosting the tournament.
- •Infantino expected to address major tournament issues.
- 5:09 PMYahoo Sports — Watch as Fifa president Infantino speaks at news conference on eve of World Cup
"Watch as Fifa president Gianni Infantino speaks at a pre-World Cup news conference - the first time in three years he has faced the media.
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