FIFA President Attacks World Cup Critics: 'You Were Consumed by Hatred'
FIFA President Gianni Infantino issued a scathing open letter against critics of the 2026 World Cup, ignoring logistical criticism and violent incidents at the final. Infantino accused critics of hatred and spreading rumors, presenting a sterile picture of the tournament, claiming zero incidents. The letter stunned the sports world.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino issued an unusual and extraordinary open letter in which he sharply attacked critics of the 2026 World Cup. In his letter, Infantino completely ignored the logistical criticism and the violent incidents that occurred at the end of the final between Spain and Argentina, choosing to present a sterile picture of the tournament. He accused critics of hatred and spreading rumors, claiming that seven million people from 200 countries enjoyed 16 cities without incidents. His words caused great astonishment in sports circles, given the disciplinary investigations opened following the final events. Infantino concluded his letter with an unusual recommendation for his critics to meditate and reflect on their emotions. The letter is expected to continue stirring waves in the football world.
FIFA President Attacks World Cup Critics: 'You Were Consumed by Hatred'