Gianni Infantino believes he is some sort of world leader - but football doesn't need himFIFA president Gianni Infantino's latest comments about the Russian ban and his relationship with Donald Trump should make the governing body ask itself if a high-profile leader is necessaryView 3 Images Gianni Infantino says he has a 'fantastic relationship' with Donald Trump (Image: Tasos Katopodis - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)Gianni Infantino is entitled to express his views on anything that fires his interest, whether that be English hooligans or unhinged world leaders. A world leader in his own right. The leader of world football. Which begs the simple follow-up question … why does world football need a president? Gianni Infantino is entitled to express his opinions on whatever he wants … but football does not need him.

Source: Express February 05, 2026 20:44 UTC