Trump and Infantino’s World Cup Ties | Roanoke News

FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s cozy relationship with Donald Trump is sparking global controversy after Trump allegedly pressured Infantino to intervene in a suspension for U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun — a move UEFA called a “red line.” Their bond, forged through White House meetings and lavish global dinners, has seen Infantino publicly endorse Trump’s policies and even present him with a golden trophy and medal, dubbing him a “great friend.” Critics, including a human rights group, accuse Infantino of abandoning FIFA’s neutrality, citing his special treatment of Trump — who’s even received replica World Cup trophies — while other world leaders get far less attention. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f7776a0e909facbb