All news on the topic: Gianni Infantino

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Gianni Infantino makes FIFA decision on blue cards clear with emphatic comments
The sin bin protocols were ready for publication by IFAB on February 9 but were pulled at the last minute after widespread condemnation of blue cards - now FIFA president Gianni Infantino has made his stance very clear
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"Men must relinquish power" - UEFA push for gender equality after landmark move
A landmark amendment ensures two women are guaranteed to sit on the UEFA Executive Committee, with European football's governing body arriving at the decision, part led by driving force Laura McAllister, at a time when the subject of gender-driven quotas has never been more fierce
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FIFA president again demands automatic forfeits for teams over racist abuse
The FIFA president was addressing the annual UEFA congress in Paris on Thursday morning and declared that the governing bodies needed to do more to 'eradicate' racism from the sport
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Inside $1.6bn stadium set to host FIFA World Cup final and once held Super Bowl
Beating off competition from rival venues in Dallas and Los Angeles, the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey will host the FIFA World Cup final in 2026 after an announcement was made in Miami
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World Cup 2026 schedule confirmed as FIFA select host city and stadium for final
FIFA have announced details ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with matches set to take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico in the next edition of the tournament
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Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid faces late challenge as four nations join forces
Developments in the bidding process for the 2030 World Cup appeared to have cleared the way for Saudi Arabia to host in 2034, but things might not be quite that simple
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FIFA change stadium rule to effectively gift Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup
Saudi Arabia announced its intention to bid to host the 2034 World Cup last week – and the Middle Eastern country already has the tournament sewn up thanks to FIFA
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FIFA sent stark climate warning over “catastrophic” 2030 World Cup plans
Gianni Infantino has ignored FIFA's own climate commitments by announcing surprise plans to host the 2030 World Cup across South America, North Africa and Europe
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FIFA chief Gianni Infantino mocked by BBC commentator as Spain win World Cup
FIFA president Gianni Infantino was the subject of some light mocking from BBC commentator Robyn Cowen while handing out the medals following the Women's World Cup final
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'A reminder to Gianni Infantino - you've clearly not been paying attention'
FIFA's president has sparked controversy with his latest comments regarding women in football on the eve of the biggest World Cup in the history of the female game
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FIFA president's actions speak volumes as he leaves Women's World Cup for Tahiti
Gianni Infantino was present in New Zealand for eight days and watching a handful of matches during the Women's World Cup - but the man who enjoyed having his face everywhere at the men's finals in Qatar has left already
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FIFA chief passes the buck of Women's World Cup pay amid Lionesses FA issue
FIFA has previously promised every player competing at the Women's World Cup would be paid at least $30,000 - which is a potentially life-changing amount of money
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How to watch every Women's World Cup match on TV after BBC and ITV agreed deal
The FIFA Women's World Cup is set to get underway this week and all 64 matches will be broadcast live on TV in the UK, after BBC and ITV eventually agreed a deal with football chiefs
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England World Cup clash had 'biggest spike in abuse' as new figures shared
New data released by FIFA, using special technology, showed the true extent of the abuse doled out on platforms including Twitter and Instagram during the 2022 World Cup
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FIFA chief weighs in on Women's World Cup broadcasting dispute
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has weighed in on the ongoing dispute over broadcast rights for the Women’s World Cup, with the tournament due to begin next month
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UK government calls on FIFA to settle Women's World Cup broadcasting row
FIFA president Gianni Infantino labelled the current broadcasting offers for the World Cup as "disappointing" earlier this month ahead of the tournament in Australia and New Zealand
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FIFA urge 'three-step process' on Vini Jr racism as Casemiro and Mbappe respond
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior issued a statement following racist abuse during his team's league game at Valencia, with manager Carlo Ancelotti coming to the star's defence
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England fans could miss Women's World Cup this summer after FIFA threat
TV broadcast offers from the ‘big five’ European countries, Spain, Italy, Germany, the UK and France – were not acceptable to FIFA with the tournament now only months away from kick-off
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FIFA give major boost to women's game with prize money equal
The prize money for the 2027 Women's World Cup would match the 2026 men's tournament in Canada, United States and Mexico, in a big announcement from the FIFA congress in Kigali, Riwanda
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Infantino re-elected FIFA president and cites Rwanda's recovery of genocide
Gianni Infantino gave a speech at the opening of the FIFA electoral congress in Kigali in which he bizarrely compared his situation to the plight of the Rwandan people
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Club World Cup entry requirements change for 32-team format amid Lineker concern
FIFA president Gianni Infatino is pushing forward plans for a revamped 32-team Club World Cup, despite concerns being raised about player burnout and scheduling issues
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Premier League set for 100-minute matches like those seen at World Cup
Football lawmakers are expected to extend the number of minutes added on at the end of games in the Premier League following Gianni Infantino's Ifab press conference
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FIFA boss Infantino snubs Premier League glamour ties to attend Millwall clash
FIFA president Gianni Infantino caused a stir on Saturday when he snubbed the Premier League and was instead snapped at Millwall's crunch Championship clash with Norwich
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Gianni Infantino hits back after scathing criticism over Pele coffin selfie
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has responded after he was heavily criticised for taking a selfie just yards away from Pele's open coffin during the Brazilian icon's wake on Monday
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino poses for selfie next to Pele's open coffin
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been paying his respects to Pele out in Santos - and was spotted smiling for a selfie just yards away from the Brazilian legend's open coffin
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