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FIFA Denies Trump Talks Amid World Cup Sale Controversy

Published August 4, 2026 · Updated August 4, 2026 · NRK

FIFA has denied President Gianni Infantino held any talks with US President Donald Trump, calling claims of such discussions "fiction" amid the ongoing controversy over proposed World Cup sale to external investors.

FIFA has dismissed media reports claiming President Gianni Infantino sought assistance from US President Donald Trump regarding the controversial plans to sell the World Cup to external investors. The football governing body stated that no conversations occurred between Infantino and Trump or his administration in recent days. akupunkturabielsko.pl

The denial comes as UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA competitions and expressed strong distrust in Infantino's leadership following the much-criticized World Cup sale proposals. Trump has remained relatively quiet about the football conflict but previously answered "no" when asked if he had spoken with Infantino about the contentious plans.

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