According to FIFA president Infantino, Russia and Qatar will continue to organize the 2018 and 2022 World Cups
According to the new FIFA chairman Gianni Infantino, the organization of the 2018 and 2022 World Cup will remain in the hands of Russia and Qatar respectively.
The 45-year-old Swiss made his statements after he was in Z & uuml; had played a friendly game of football with, among others, former pros Robert Pires, Michel Salgado and Clarence Seedorf. Concerning Qatar and Russia: those decisions were taken in 2010 by the Executive Committee & eacute ;. Since 2010 there have been accusations, speculation and fuss & quot ;, according to Infantino.
According to the brand new preses, unforgettable tournaments must be provided. " It is now important to organize the best world championship in history in 2018 in Russia and Qatar in 2022. "
The Swiss judiciary is investigating the election of Russia and Qatar as organizers. There is a hint of bribery around the award of the WC ' s.
WC 2026
Infantino also wants to hurry to appoint an organizer of the 2026 WC. & Quot ; We need to start the process as soon as possible, probably before the FIFA congress in May. ' '
Salary
The journalists present were curious about Monday the salary that Infantino will earn as president of FIFA, but the Swiss did not let anything go.
" I have no idea yet. I know you don't believe me, but at least it's not for the same money as when I was a candidate. I have not discussed my wages with anyone yet. We'll see. "
The salary of Sepp Blatter, the predecessor of Infantino, was never disclosed. The reforms adopted Friday prior to the FIFA Congress include more transparency from the World Football Association.
Read all news »Published on: 29-02-2016 00:00 | Updated on: 29-02-2016 00:00 | By: Patrick
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