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Infantino's aerial marathon uncovered by radar
During the 2026 World Cup, FIFA President Gianni Infantino undertook intensive air travel aboard his private plane, completing 27 trips over 16 days between 15 of the tournament's 16 host cities, covering more than 50,000 kilometers. These travels resulted in carbon emissions exceeding 500 tons of CO₂, an amount equivalent to the annual footprint of 78 people. Although these flights were financed through sponsorship agreements between FIFA and the Qatar Airways, environmental organizations criticized these movements. FIFA defended them as a logistical necessity for hosting such a sprawling tournament. As the tournament progresses, air travel gradually decreases, which may reduce the environmental impact associated with officials' transportation.
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