Donald Trump wants FIFA boss Gianni Infantino in major United Nations position after 2026 World Cup
According to a report by the New York Post, US President Donald Trump is lobbying for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations, following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Trump reportedly values Infantino's ability to bring people together. The current UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, is retiring in December 2026, creating a vacancy. The article notes potential conflicts of interest, including Infantino awarding Trump FIFA's inaugural peace prize in December 2025 and Infantino's controversial decision to overturn USMNT star Folarin Balogun's red card suspension during the World Cup. The proposal comes after Trump and Infantino developed a close relationship during the tournament.
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