Donald Trump wants FIFA president Gianni Infantino to be next UN secretary-general: report | Football News
New Delhi: President of the United States Donald Trump According to the New York Post, it is hoped that FIFA President Gianni Infantino will become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations.Reports say Trump was impressed by Infantino’s role in organizing the tournament. fifa world cup and believes in the ability of Swiss officials to unite people around the world.
Trump backs Infantino for top UN job
Reports say Trump believes Infantino will be a strong candidate to replace current UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, whose term ends in December.A source close to Trump told the New York Post: “He is respected by everyone around the world and recognizes that he has a special ability to bring people together.”However, it is unclear whether Infantino is interested in the position or whether Trump has discussed the proposal with him.To become the next UN secretary-general, a candidate must first receive support from the 15-member UN Security Council, of which the five permanent members have veto power, before being approved by the UN General Assembly.
Trump and Infantino grow closer during World Cup
Infantino and Trump developed a close relationship while working together during this year’s World Cup, the report said.Infantino reportedly made a special effort to invite Trump to the game and presented him with FIFA’s inaugural Peace Prize in December.
Trump and Infantino draw boos at World Cup final
Trump and Infantino also became the focus of attention during the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.Trump arrived at the stadium aboard Marine One and watched the game in the VIP room with Infantino. According to The Guardian , he received sporadic boos when he appeared on the stadium’s big screen before kick-off.After the game, after Spain won 1-0, Trump and Infantino walked onto the field to receive the trophy, which triggered a greater response.The atmosphere became even more awkward when Trump stayed on the podium after handing over the trophy, appeared to join Spain’s celebrations, and then eventually left the stage.
Relationships under scrutiny
Trump’s close relationship with Infantino also came under scrutiny earlier in the World Cup after U.S. forward Folarin Balogun was lifted from a red card suspension ahead of their last-16 match against Belgium.
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