On 26 February 2016, Gianni Infantino was elected to become the ninth FIFA President. His story is one of turning around FIFA’s fortunes, or in his own words, “bringing football back to FIFA, and FIFA back to football”.
Since his election in 2016, and his subsequent re-elections by acclamation in 2019 and 2023, his programme has focused on creating more opportunities, for players, teams, FIFA Member Associations and for fans alike to be involved in all aspects of football, on and off the field.
He has overseen the implementation of reforms that has restored FIFA’s image and position as a governing body, actively promoting the world’s most popular sport everywhere, and delivering global events that capture massive audiences – unmissable events – because Football Unites the World.
In this publication, Italian journalist Alessandro Alciato has selected some episodes from Gianni Infantino's past ten years and provided his perspective, listening to the FIFA President and adding the voices of many others on the way. In terms of reporting, this is how he sees it.
At its heart, this is a story of collective achievement — a tribute to the players, the teams, the 211 FIFA Member Associations, the partners, and the fans, and all who believe in football’s power to inspire joy, create opportunity, and bring the world together.
Note: All proceeds from the sales of this publication are donated to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.