FIFA Congress: Infantino, Trump and Saudi Arabia

Fifa President Gianni Infantino first shines with absence before the Congress of the World Football Association in Paraguay. For this he appears in Saudi Arabia at the side of the US President. Infantino critic Lise Klaveness reacts without understanding.

FIFA Congress: Infantino, Trump and Saudi Arabia

Although no major policy decisions are pending at the FIFA Congress to be held in Asuncion on Thursday, the meeting still stands to cast a shadow over the future of the beautiful game. This is mainly due to FIFA President Gianni Infantino's keenness to curry favor with the powers-that-be in the countries set to host the next two World Cups – particularly with President Donald Trump of the United States, primary host of the 2026 tournament. Also …