FIFA President Gianni Infantino to address the aftermath of COVID-19 at WFS Live

WFS Live powered by Octagon have announced that FIFA President Gianni Infantino has joined the lineup of speakers. He will be taking the virtual stage at the closing session of this online and fund-raising event that will gather industry leaders across the globe to discuss the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis. The FIFA President will share insights on how football’s global governing body envisions the future of the game.

“I am happy to accept the invitation of my friend and FIFA Legend Ronaldo to participate at the event that he is hosting online. This is a time for the global football community to be united, and this event provides a unique platform for leaders and stakeholders across the world to join forces and work together while raising funds to tackle the effects of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities,” said Gianni Infantino.

“The industry needs true leaders more than ever and we can’t think of a more inspiring figure in football than Mr. Gianni Infantino. His job at FIFA has helped globalize, popularize and democratize football for the benefit of the entire world. I think it is great news that stakeholders across the globe will be able to hear from him at WFS Live powered by Octagon, and we are truly honored to have him,” said former Brazil legend Ronaldo Nazário, who is the President of Octagon Brasil and owner of LaLiga side Real Valladolid.

Gianni Infantino leads a stellar lineup that will feature up to 50 top-notch leaders representing the global sports industry’s major properties and brands.

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