Infantino Archives

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FIFA launches ‘Green Card’ initiative as Infantino promises carbon-neutral World Cup

The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy is working on a strategy to reduce emissions by establishing a large-scale “tree and turf nursery,” the world’s largest turf farm. FIFA President…

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FIFA president Infantino: Migrant workers given pride from hard work

Infantino did not respond to a question on whether FIFA will provide support for the families of migrant workers who died while working on the World Cup’s stadiums. FIFA President Gianni Infantino…

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FIFA commends UN for resolution recognising the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar

The recent UN resolution recognises the importance of Qatar hosting the FIFA World Cup. FIFA has commended the United Nations General Assembly’s (UNGA) consensus resolution during its 76th session, which…

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Qatar World Cup CEO willing to meet England manager to discuss concerns

The England manager said no one is being “complacent” regarding the issues surrounding the World Cup Qatar. Qatar World Cup chief executive has called for a meeting with England manager…

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FIFA President ‘pleased’ with progress in Qatar’s labour reforms

Since 2017, the Qatari government has introduced reforms centered around improving conditions for migrant workers. FIFA’s President Gianni Infantino praises Qatar’s labour reform efforts and maintains that a “strong commitment”…

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For Qatar, new FIFA boss will likely mean more of the same

For Qatar, which supported Shaikh Salman, Infantino's election will likely mean more of the same. Infantino told BeIn Sports earlier this month that if elected, FIFA “will organize the best World Cups ever in Russia and Qatar in ’18 and ’22.”

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