Gianni Infantino reflects on FIFA presidency during Football Daily feature

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Gianni Infantino reflects on FIFA presidency during Football Daily feature

Summary

Gianni Infantino's tenure as FIFA president began on 26 February 2016 amidst promises to reform the organization. The Football Daily's latest edition revisits this pivotal moment while discussing reactions from notable figures such as David Gill and Sunil Gulati. Current commentary highlights the ongoing implications of Infantino's leadership on football governance and integrity. Further analysis of FIFA's evolution and challenges is anticipated in upcoming discussions.

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Key Details

•Infantino elected as FIFA president on 26 February 2016
•Promises made to clean up FIFA’s reputation
•Reaction from FA director David Gill and Sunil Gulati
•Football Daily revisits this significant moment in football history

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Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! We begin Football Daily’s 29 July 2026 edition with a trip back to 26 February 2016. Gianni Infantino has been elected as the new Fifa president on a promise to clean up a disgraced organisation. “A good day for football,” says the FA director, David Gill. “A good day for the sport,” concurs the American Fifa executive committee member, Sunil Gulati. “Who’s that bald loser on the news?” says an unnamed Republican candidate. This is an extract from our daily football email … Football Daily. To get the full version, just visit this page and follow the instructions. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Rob Smyth

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