FIFA's Close Ties to Trump Could Hurt Its Independence

FIFA's leader is aligning closely with the Trump administration before the 2026 World Cup. That risks a serious problem: FIFA claims to stay neutral across all 211 member countries, but cozying up to Washington could make it look biased. In parts of the world where America's influence is resented, this relationship may damage FIFA's credibility—especially after past corruption scandals already dented its reputation.