FIFA boss Infantino: “No game is worth risking lives”

“No game, no competition, no league is worth risking even a single human life. “Everyone in the world should have this absolutely clear in their minds,” said the head of the world association in a video message: “It would be more than irresponsible to force the continuation of competitions if the situation is not 100 percent safe.” The 50-year-old therefore continued to urge patience, even if the corona pandemic and its consequences will pose unforeseeable difficulties for associations, leagues and clubs, especially economically. “If it is necessary to wait a little longer, then we have to do so. It is better to wait a little longer than to take any risks,” Infantino said. The Swiss reiterated that FIFA is willing to at least minimize the economic risks as much as possible - but Infantino did not provide detailed information about recently promised aid payments. However, he assured a transparent distribution. “You can rely on us to be there and that we will find solutions together. The world will know where the money is going and, just as importantly, why the money is going there,” Infantino said.

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FIFA boss Infantino: “No game is worth risking lives”

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has warned those responsible around the world against a premature return to everyday football.

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