Politicians, private jets and power - the life of a Fifa president
Summary
Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, travels extensively to meet political leaders and oversee football projects worldwide. Despite a recent controversy over a failed plan to sell part of FIFA’s World Cup business, Infantino continues his role with strong international connections and a high salary.Key Facts
- Gianni Infantino is the current president of FIFA, football’s global governing body.
- He recently attended the inauguration of Colombia’s new president, Abelardo de la Espriella.
- Infantino has ties with important world leaders, including US President Donald Trump.
- He faced criticism and apologized for a plan to sell a 21% stake in FIFA’s World Cup business to private equity firms.
- UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA tournaments because of this controversy.
- Infantino travels frequently on a Qatar Airways executive jet and uses motorcades often reserved for heads of state.
- His salary has increased to about £4 million a year, which is higher than his predecessor’s pay.
- Part of Infantino’s job is to visit FIFA’s 211 member countries to support football development projects.
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