FIFA disclosed that President Gianni Infantino received a 33% increase in his base salary last year, bringing his total pay package to over 4.13 million Swiss francs ($4.67 million), as detailed in the organization’s financial report.
Following his uncontested re-election in 2023, extending his presidency to 11 years, Infantino oversaw significant events such as the Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand and the selection of preferred hosts for two upcoming men’s World Cups, including the 2034 edition in Saudi Arabia.
Infantino’s pre-tax base salary rose by over 500,000 Swiss francs ($565,000) in the past year, reaching more than 2.46 million Swiss francs ($2.78 million), with an additional annual bonus of 1.65 million Swiss francs ($1.87 million), consistent with the previous year.
In contrast, former FIFA president Sepp Blatter received a contracted bonus of $12 million for the 2014 World Cup, along with a $3 million basic salary and annual bonuses.
Infantino, who previously resided in Qatar for the 2022 tournament, now divides his time in Florida, benefiting from the absence of state income tax, as FIFA prepares for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
FIFA anticipates total revenue of $11 billion in the 2023-2026 financial cycle, with contributions from sponsors such as Aramco, alongside long-standing partners Coca-Cola, Adidas, and Visa. This period will include the first 48-team World Cup with 104 games.
FIFA also outlined its financial commitments, including payments to its member federations, investments in soccer development, and maintaining a solid financial reserve of almost $3.6 billion, ensuring stability for the organization’s future endeavors.
