FIFA Denies Trump Talks Amid World Cup Controversy

FIFA has categorically denied reports that President Gianni Infantino sought help from US President Donald Trump amid the controversy over plans to sell the football World Cup to external investors. The football governing body called claims of talks between the two leaders "fiction," stating no conversations have taken place in recent days. newsindata.com

The denial comes amid rising tensions within FIFA, with UEFA threatening to boycott FIFA competitions and expressing strong distrust in Infantino's leadership. Trump had previously declined to comment on the contentious football conflict, answering "no" when asked if he had spoken with Infantino about the criticized plans.