FIFA President unexpectedly sends a World Cup signal to Vietnam

Right before 2026, FIFA President Gianni Infantino surprisingly wrote to the Vietnam Football Federation, conveying sincere thanks and great expectations for the historic year of world football featuring the 48-team World Cup.

Ahead of the new year 2026, FIFA President Gianni Infantino sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF), Trần Quốc Tuấn. In the letter, FIFA’s President expressed heartfelt thanks for the valuable support and cooperation of the Vietnam Football Federation in 2025, a year marked by breakthrough events including the FIFA Club World Cup.

In the letter, FIFA’s President looks forward to 2026 with great anticipation, affirming that it will be a memorable year for world football as the FIFA World Cup will be held for the first time in history with participation from 48 national teams, co-hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

According to plans, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026. President Gianni Infantino emphasized that the tournament is not only the biggest football event on the planet but also an occasion that helps connect the world, spreading values of peace, unity, and friendship among nations.

In closing, FIFA President sent best wishes to VFF President Trần Quốc Tuấn and his family for a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2026, hoping to meet again soon.