Former US President Donald Trump has publicly cautioned FIFA against removing its current president, Gianni Infantino. In a statement, Trump claimed such a move would be a “terrible mistake” for the global football organization. The warning is unusual, representing a rare intervention by a former head of state in the internal affairs of an international sporting body. The reasoning behind Trump’s statement remains unclear, and FIFA has not yet responded to the remarks. This development occurs amid ongoing discussions about the future leadership of FIFA and potential challenges to Infantino's position. It raises questions about the extent of external influence in football governance.