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FIFA President Infantino logged over 100 flight hours during 2026 World Cup

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino logged over 100 flight hours during the 2026 World Cup, traveling extensively across North America. Despite pledges to reduce carbon emissions, Infantino utilized a Gulfstream G650 jet provided by the Qatari government for his travels. This extensive air travel included attending 44 matches, visiting all 16 stadiums, and making numerous border crossings within the tournament's three host countries. AI

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FIFA President Infantino logged over 100 flight hours during 2026 World Cup

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · The Associated Press, Rio Yamat ·

    FIFA President Infantino spent over 100 hours in the air during the 2026 World Cup amid pledge to reduce carbon emissions

    Flight logs show the FIFA President utilized a private jet gifted by World Cup sponsor Qatar Airways to travel to 21 different airports throughout the tournament.

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