Fifa president Infantino apologises for jokes about British fans
Summary
Fifa president Gianni Infantino apologized for comments he made about British football fans, which upset fan groups. He referred to his remarks as a joke and expressed regret for any offense. Infantino also discussed issues like ticket costs for the World Cup, a controversial award given to President Donald Trump, and the possibility of reversing bans on certain countries' participation in football.Key Facts
- Fifa president Gianni Infantino apologized for joking about British football fans.
- At the World Economic Forum, Infantino said it was notable that no British nationals were arrested during the 2022 World Cup.
- Fan groups criticized Infantino, suggesting he focus on making tickets affordable instead of making jokes.
- Infantino expressed his regret for offending fans from Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
- He justified awarding US President Donald Trump the Fifa Peace Prize, citing Trump's role in resolving conflicts.
- Infantino mentioned possibly lifting the ban on Russian football teams despite the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
- He opposed banning any country from playing football because of the actions of their political leaders.
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