Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino meet on 2026 World Cup and women players equity
10 September 2019 |
3:49 pm
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino met with President Trump at the White House on Monday to discuss preparations for the 2026 World Cup as well as bringing equality to the women's game.
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