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Trump defends Infantino amid FIFA leadership calls for change

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 2:16 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Trump defends Infantino amid FIFA leadership calls for change

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President Donald Trump expressed his support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, stating that replacing him would be a 'terrible mistake.' This comes amid growing opposition to Infantino following his controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal and a letter signed by several FIFA vice presidents accusing him of deception. Trump highlighted Infantino's role in overseeing the most successful World Cup yet, emphasizing that his removal could jeopardize future profits. As calls for leadership change intensify, including endorsements withdrawn by several countries for the upcoming FIFA presidential election, Infantino remains backed by numerous associations, including those from Africa and South America.

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•Trump posted on Truth Social backing Infantino on August 11.
•Several FIFA vice presidents have called for a leadership change.
•Countries like Finland, Wales, Serbia, and England withdrew support for Infantino.
•Infantino oversaw a $15 billion World Cup cycle, the most lucrative ever.
•Europe's UEFA continues its boycott of FIFA tournaments.

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