FIFA President Criticized by UEFA Over Gulf Trip with Trump
Tensions rose at the FIFA Congress on Thursday after UEFA publicly criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino, accusing him of prioritizing personal political agendas over his commitment to global football governance.
The controversy stems from Infantino’s delayed arrival at the congress, which reportedly followed his participation in a Gulf states tour alongside former U.S. President Donald Trump. The trip caused disruptions to the event’s schedule, prompting a walkout by several prominent European representatives.
Among those who exited in protest were UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin and Debbie Hewitt, Chair of the Football Association. Their departure was a direct response to the scheduling chaos, which UEFA attributes to Infantino’s detour from official football duties in favor of high-profile political engagements.
UEFA’s statement sharply criticized Infantino, accusing him of placing private political interests above the responsibilities of his role within international football. The move marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between FIFA and its European counterpart.
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