Trump has voiced strong support for the embattled FIFA boss as confederations push for his exit
US President Donald Trump has publicly backed embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid a growing revolt. On August 10, 2026, Trump warned that replacing Infantino would be a massive error. He praised the football boss for hosting a highly profitable World Cup and warned of future financial losses.
Global football leaders are fighting over the future of the sport. Donald Trump has now entered the clash to support the embattled FIFA boss.
Gianni Infantino faces intense pressure from top football bodies. These groups want him to quit after a failed business plan caused widespread anger. However, the US President insists the Swiss official must stay in power.
Trump praises World Cup success
On August 10, 2026, Trump took to Truth Social to share his bold thoughts on the growing case. The politician warned against any moves to remove the current FIFA president.
”Fifa would be making a terrible mistake if, for any reason, they even considered replacing president Gianni Infantino,” he wrote.
The American leader also praised the recent global football event. He noted that the tournament made record profits under the current team. He strongly argued that a new leader would fail to match these vast gains.
”He is fantastic, having just presided over the most successful World Cup, by four times, ever presented. If he is gone, it will never be as successful or profitable again,” Trump declared.
Growing pressure on the football boss
The strong backing from Trump comes at a tough time for the football leader. Top bodies like UEFA and CONCACAF recently joined forces to demand his exit.
A secret plan to sell tournament rights deeply angered these groups. The bold move sparked harsh anger from member nations across the globe. The football chief dropped the plan shortly after, but critics still want him out.
