AFP Photo Title: Trump tips Infantino for UN chiefdom after FIFA term: Reports Author: Daily Sabah with Agencies Publication: Daily Sabah Date: Jul 22, 2026 Click here for the article Summary: The article is based on a New York Post report stating that Donald Trump wants FIFA president Gianni Infantino to become the next UN secretary-general after his FIFA term ends. It says Trump sees Infantino as widely respected, credits his World Cup leadership, and views him as a strong candidate despite the political hurdles involved in the UN selection process. The piece also notes that neither the White House nor FIFA had publicly commented on the report. Quotes: “At the United Nations, you have to deal with 193 member states. In FIFA, there are over 200 members. Gianni's great record shows he knows how to manage,” “It also remains unclear whether Infantino has any interest in pursuing the position.”
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