Ruud Gullit denies calling for FIFA President Infantino's resignation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:28 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Ruud Gullit has publicly denied claims that he called for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to resign amid controversies related to U.S. immigration policies. These claims emerged from a news article and social media posts on June 10, just before the start of the World Cup. Gullit clarified that he did not issue any such statement and expressed shock that quotes were attributed to him without verification. The controversy highlights significant issues with travel restrictions affecting teams and officials, raising questions about the integrity of the World Cup. Gullit has emphasized the need for leadership that places the World Cup's values above political interests.
- •Gullit denies issuing a statement regarding Infantino's resignation.
- •Claims surfaced on June 10, a day before the World Cup.
- •Several teams have faced visa issues and travel complications.
- •Gullit stresses the importance of integrity and accessibility in football.
- •FIFA faces ongoing criticism over its management of the tournament.
- 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Fact Check: Dutch Legend Ruud Gullit DENIED Calling On FIFA President Infantino To Resign Amid U.S. Immigration Policies Controversy
"Did Dutch football legend Ruud Gullit publish an open letter calling on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to resign amid growing controversy surrounding U.S. immigration policies? No, that's not true: The claim appeared in social media posts and news articles just...
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