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- US President Donald Trump is reportedly backing FIFA President Gianni Infantino to become the next United Nations secretary-general, according to the New York Post.
- The current UN chief, António Guterres, retires at the end of December, with his replacement to be chosen this year.
- Infantino is facing criticism from European football leaders, including La Liga president Javier Tebas, who accused him of prioritising the World Cup over national competitions and 'destroying the football industry', and former FIFA chief Sepp Blatter, who called for new leadership.
- Trump reportedly believes Infantino is respected worldwide and has a special ability to bring people together.
What to watch next
- The UN secretary-general election process this year after António Guterres retires at the end of December
- Whether Infantino formally emerges as a candidate or responds to the UN speculation
- Whether more football figures, such as UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin, publicly criticise Infantino
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