FIFA President Gianni Infantino met with United States Attorney General Pamela Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel at the FIFA office in Miami on Wednesday, as preparations continue for USA to host the inaugural 32-team FIFA Club World Cup in 2025 and the FIFA World Cup in 2026.
It was a highly symbolic and significant meeting as all parties agreed to work together towards the success of the two global competitions.
FIFA President infantile said: A big thank you to United States Attorney General Pamela Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, their respective teams and members of the 2026 FIFA World Cup organising committee for the great collaborative spirit at the meeting.
“We are all looking forward to working together to ensure that the United States welcomes the world in 2025 and 2026 for a global celebration of football in peace and happiness!
“This is our objective and the commitment that we all have together!”
“The first 48-team edition will not only entertain and bring joy to billions worldwide, but it will also provide a significant boost to the economy, while leaving a sustainable legacy for young girls and boys in the USA, as well as the other co-hosts, Canada and Mexico.”
On his part, FBI Director Patel said, “The FBI is proud to work with FIFA to ensure global security for the upcoming 2026 World Cup in the U.S. Thank you, President Gianni Infantino, for your collaboration and partnership.”
The meeting confirms the trust in the FIFA leadership by the US authorities and a further proof of how FIFA has changed the past few years.
