Trump backs Infantino after fury over FIFA chief’s World Cup sale plan 

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US President Donald Trump expressed support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino following backlash over plans to sell broadcasting rights for the upcoming World Cup. Trump stated it would be a mistake to replace Infantino after the success of the 2026 tournament.

It would be a "terrible mistake" to replace the football boss after the success of the 2026 World Cup, the U.S. president posted on Truth Social.

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