Gianni Infantino, FIFA and World Cup critics
Monday
FIFA president Gianni Infantino hit back at World Cup critics in a 15-slide Instagram statement, telling them to meditate, pray or watch football instead of spreading hate and false rumours about the tournament and FIFA leadership.
His post defended FIFA’s handling of visa disputes, safety concerns, ticketing scrutiny and the Balogun ban controversy. The defiant tone risks deepening claims that FIFA is unwilling to face serious questions after a controversial World Cup.