Trump says FIFA would be making 'terrible mistake' to remove Infantino
After weeks of silence following Gianni Infantino's failed World Cup bid, his close ally Donald Trump finally speaks up.
US President Donald Trump has defended FIFA President Gianni Infantino, insisting that removing him from leadership would be a "terrible mistake." The US Soccer Federation, however, has backed calls for meaningful change at FIFA following Infantino's proposed sale of the World Cup's commercial rights. Despite Trump's support, Infantino faces mounting pressure to resign, with UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC releasing an open letter urging his removal.
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