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Infantino Defends World Cup; Raskin Demands FIFA-Trump Docs

7/28/2026

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino issued a 900-word statement defending the World Cup and accusing critics of spreading hate and false rumors.
Infantino said the tournament delivered the best show in the world, brought joy, and that every host city was packed with fans.
Infantino claimed a few fans were denied U.S. visas while millions were approved, prompting Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) to request documents on FIFA’s ties to Trump administration.

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino issued a 900-word statement defending the World Cup and accusing critics of spreading hate and false rumors.
Infantino said the tournament delivered the best show in the world, brought joy, and that every host city was packed with fans.
Infantino claimed a few fans were denied U.S. visas while millions were approved, prompting Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) to request documents on FIFA’s ties to Trump administration.