Zurich: FIFA President Gianni Infantino has tested positive for Coronavirus, the world’s football body has announced on Tuesday (October 27). The 50-year-old has reported mild symptoms and is in self-isolation and will quarantine for at least 10 days.
“All people who came into contact with the FIFA President during the last few days have been informed accordingly and they are being requested to take the necessary steps,” the FIFA statement said.
“FIFA sincerely wishes President Infantino a speedy recovery.” Recently, Infantino said that Qatar’s preparations for hosting the 2022 World Cup have progressed despite the coronavirus pandemic. He added that he was speechless after visiting the Al Bayt stadium.
The Swiss visited the 60,000-capacity stadium, designed to resemble a traditional Arab tent, on a flying visit to Qatar and played in a seven-a-side match before meeting local organisers.
“Al Bayt Stadium is incredible: a true football stadium,” Infantino said in a FIFA statement. “It has a real football feel and a local touch. The tented shape makes it truly unique, and the Arabic patterns in the roof are just beautiful. I am speechless.”
