FIFA’s President Gianni Infantino honored with Global Citizen Award
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been awarded the Atlantic Council Global Citizen Award in New York. This award honors individuals who demonstrate global leadership and commitment to positive international change.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been awarded the Atlantic Council Global Citizen Award in New York. This award honors individuals who demonstrate global leadership and commitment to positive international change.
Recognition for Global Football Development
Infantino was recognized for his efforts in promoting football as a global sport, with a focus on nurturing young talent and enhancing access to the sport worldwide.
During his acceptance speech, Infantino stated, “FIFA is an organization that invests 100% of its revenues in developing the game all over the world. We give dreams and hope to children — to girls and boys — in 211 countries. That’s what they need. That’s why we are here, and that’s why I’m proud to stand here today.”
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been awarded the Atlantic Council Global Citizen Award in New York.
In its 14th edition, the Global Citizen Awards also recognized French President Emmanuel Macron and Argentine President Javier Milei. The award was established by the Atlantic Council to honor individuals who exemplify global citizenship through leadership and impact across international communities.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
