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Fifa president Gianni Infantino accuses critics of spreading hate at World Cup

Published by The Guardian on July 27, 2026 at 4:49 AM ET

Infantino claims critics of World Cup ‘missed it all’ He again defends Balogun affair and treatment of Iran The Fifa president, Gianni Infantino , has hit back at critics of the World Cup, accusing them of spreading hate and false narratives while defending the tournament ⁠as a success that celebrated ⁠unity, safety and inclusion. In ​an open letter published on Monday, Infantino said detractors had overlooked the joy and togetherness experienced by millions of fans around the world who witnessed the tournament, ⁠ won by Spain and staged in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Continue reading...

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