Donald Trump Wants to Nominate Gianni Infantino for High United Nations Post After FIFA World Cup: Reports
Trump is backing Gianni Infantino for UN chief as critics question the FIFA leader’s political neutrality and selection odds.
- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump intends to nominate FIFA President Gianni Infantino as the next United Nations secretary-general, according to sources who told the New York Post, aiming to replace António Guterres when he steps down in December.
- The proposal follows a deepening alliance during the 2026 World Cup, where Infantino appeared frequently alongside Trump. Critics have dubbed their close association a 'bromance' after the FIFA leader presented the president with a personalised World Cup final ticket.
- Trump has told allies that Infantino is 'respected by everyone around the world' and has 'a special ability to bring people together.' The FIFA head established a US-led Board of Peace while criticizing the United Nations' 'inactivity' in mediating conflicts.
- Critics, including human rights group FairSquare, have filed complaints alleging Infantino violated neutrality rules through his ties to the White House. FIFA's decision to reverse a red card for US striker Folarin Balogun angered European federations.
- Replacing his roughly $6 million annual FIFA package with the UN chief's roughly $418,000 salary would represent a significant pay cut. The secretary-general requires endorsement from the 15-member Security Council, where permanent members hold veto power.
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Donald Trump wants to nominate Gianni Infantino for high United Nations post after FIFA World Cup: Reports
US president Donald Trump reportedly wants to nominate FIFA president Gianni Infantino for the role of United Nations secretary general following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North Ame
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