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FIFA denies Infantino is seeking Trump administration help as pressure mounts over his leadership
Monday, August 3, 2026
FIFA released a statement denying that Gianni Infantino scheduled a call with Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State. The denial came as FIFA faced mounting pressure following the collapse of a Thrive Capital investment deal and criticism from UEFA leadership. Infantino has led FIFA since 2016.
