Lise Klaveness, the head of the Norwegian Football Federation, publicly criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino for his use of private jets to travel between matches during the World Cup. Her remarks came as the tournament's sprawling schedule requires significant movement across host cities.
The critique highlights ongoing tensions between smaller national federations and FIFA's leadership over perceived excess. Klaveness has previously been outspoken on governance issues within world football's governing body.
Klaveness specifically pointed to the environmental and financial costs of Infantino's travel choices. The Norwegian official did not provide specific figures but framed the practice as out of step with broader sustainability concerns.
The exchange underscores a divide between FIFA's centralized authority and member associations seeking more accountability. It remains unclear whether Infantino or FIFA will respond directly to the criticism.
Some observers note that private jet travel is common among high-level sports executives and not unique to Infantino.