European Delegates Storm Out of FIFA Congress Amid Infantino's Late Arrival
Source: news.source.inquirer
European delegates, including UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, walked out of the FIFA Congress in Paraguay after FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrived late, causing a delay of over two hours. Infantino's tardiness was due to prior meetings in Saudi Arabia and Qatar with US President Donald Trump. UEFA criticized Infantino for prioritizing his political interests over the sport, while the Norwegian Football Federation president also expressed disappointment.
Key Points
European delegates walked out of the FIFA Congress due to a delay caused by Gianni Infantino's late arrival.
Infantino was late due to meetings in Saudi Arabia and Qatar with US President Donald Trump.
UEFA issued a statement criticizing Infantino for prioritizing his political interests over football.
Norwegian Football Federation president Lise Klaveness expressed disappointment and concern over the incident.
