FIFA president Gianni Infantino says he receives a “warm welcome” during his visit to a Caribbean youth tournament in the Dominican Republic, despite a prior request from Concacaf to stay away. The request came after Concacaf president Victor Montagliani raised concerns about Infantino’s presence at the event.
Montagliani’s position is reflected in a letter cited by outlets covering the story. He argues that Infantino’s attendance would “undermine” the Under-14s tournament. Both reports describe the dispute as part of the wider tension between FIFA and Concacaf leadership.
While Concacaf urges Infantino not to attend, Infantino’s account focuses on his reception once he arrives, saying he is welcomed by those at the tournament. The outlets emphasize different elements of the incident—one highlights the request not to attend, while the other foregrounds Infantino’s statement about being welcomed—without disputing the core timeline of the visit and the earlier Concacaf concerns.
