Gianni Infantino, the current president of FIFA, has been making headlines due to his calls for stricter measures against racism in football. He has advocated for automatic forfeits and worldwide stadium bans for teams and fans involved in racist abuse incidents. Infantino's stance on this issue comes after several incidents of racial abuse in football matches, including the recent case of four individuals receiving five-year stadium bans for racially abusing AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan during a Serie A match.
Born on March 23, 1970, in Switzerland, Giovanni Vincenzo "Gianni" Infantino is of Swiss-Italian descent. He has a background in law and football administration, having served in various roles within UEFA before being elected as the president of FIFA in 2016. Infantino has been known for his efforts to reform and improve the governance of FIFA, as well as his initiatives to promote the development of football globally. His recent statements regarding racism in football reflect his commitment to addressing important issues within the sport and ensuring a more inclusive and respectful environment for all players and fans.
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Four individuals given five-year stadium bans for racially abusing AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan during a Serie A match at Udinese.
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