The president of FIFA, Gianni Infantino, pushed all limits by attending 43 matches of the World Cup, traveling nearly 60,000 air miles during the tournament. In just 18 days, the official watched 25 games and maintained a frenetic pace, with more than one flight per day, even completing three flights in a single day.
According to The Independent, Infantino benefited from access to a Gulfstream G650 jet, belonging to the Qatari government fleet, which allowed him to travel between 16 stadiums and 21 airports, crossing 23 international borders. In total, he accumulated 115 hours of flight time, which corresponds to 95,403 kilometers traveled during the tournament, a feat that is sure to attract criticism from environmental activists.
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The climate impact of Infantino's use of the private jet during these two weeks is approximately equivalent to the annual average emissions of 78 people. Among the stadiums visited, Hard Rock Stadium in Miami stood out as the location he visited most frequently, attending five matches there.
In the coming days, Infantino is set to attend the World Cup final while facing a consolidated political landscape. This week, more than 200 of FIFA's 211 members sent personal letters of support to the president, in a clear show of strength ahead of the organization's presidential elections scheduled for next year. This backing strengthens Infantino's chances of remaining in charge for the next competitive cycle.
The impressive logistics and frenetic pace of travel demonstrate the FIFA leader's dedication to closely following the World Cup. However, the environmental controversy surrounding the intensive use of private flights may dominate media coverage in the coming weeks, raising questions about the sustainability of travel in elite football. The electoral outcome and FIFA's environmental management will thus be points of great interest for fans and critics of global football.
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