US President Donald Trump says FIFA would be making a “terrible mistake” if it replaces Gianni Infantino as head of world football’s governing body. In a post on Truth Social, Trump describes Infantino as “fantastic,” adding that any move to remove him would be wrong.
Infantino is under pressure amid controversy over a failed proposal to sell stakes in the men’s World Cup to private investors. Multiple outlets report that the plan drew criticism from football confederations and other stakeholders, who described it as a breach of trust. Some coverage also links the current scrutiny to reported allegations involving Infantino, including an alleged workplace affair.
Across outlets, the emphasis differs: some highlight Trump’s public backing and the contrast with other U.S. football bodies’ criticism, while others focus more on Infantino’s wider challenges, including the fallout from the World Cup investment scheme. Several reports also note that Infantino denies wrongdoing and faces re-election next March, framing the dispute as part of his broader political and legal risk.
