Sepp Blatter

Even former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has joined the growing chorus of voices encouraging fans and national teams alike to stay away from the United States.

The Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-01-31

Sepp Blatter, the disgraced former president of Fifa, endorsed comments suggesting to 'avoid the United States!'

The Guardian·United Kingdom· 2026-01-29

Blatter called fans to boycott 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S.

The Point (Gambia)·Gambia· 2026-01-29

Sepp Blatter became the latest voice calling for a boycott of the men's football World Cup.

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-01-29

Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter recommended staying away from the tournament due to the precarious security situation.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung·Switzerland· 2026-01-28

The author expresses sympathy for Sepp Blatter regarding the challenges of hosting the World Cup in the current political climate.

The Guardian·United Kingdom· 2026-01-27

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter backed calls for fans to 'stay away' from FIFA World Cup matches in the United States.

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·Ghana· 2026-01-27

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter backed a proposed fan boycott of World Cup matches in the United States.

The Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-01-27

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter backed a proposed fan boycott of World Cup matches in the United States.

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·Jamaica· 2026-01-27

Sepp Blatter was involved in a scandal with Michel Platini regarding an alleged unlawful payment.

The Guardian·United Kingdom· 2026-01-15

Sepp Blatter is mentioned as a former FIFA president from the Oberwallis.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung·Switzerland· 2026-01-11

Bribery accusations and investigations resulted in the downfall of many top football figures, including former FIFA president Sepp Blatter.

The Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2025-12-20

Orbán Viktor recalled his efforts with former FIFA president Sepp Blatter to ensure football is about the game, not money.

Index.hu·Hungary· 2025-12-16

Sepp Blatter is the disgraced former FIFA president from whom Infantino took over.

The Guardian·United Kingdom· 2025-11-30

There was Havelange, sinister and handsome, like a Bond villain pretending the chaos is part of the plan while secretly plotting a terrible revenge.

The Guardian·United Kingdom· 2025-11-30

Blatter, the former FIFA president, admitted his bias as a Swiss and Walliser during the World Cup.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung·Switzerland· 2025-11-24

Sepp Blatter is Infantino's predecessor who left office due to corruption scandals.

Jutarnji List – Croatian daily newspaper, est. 1998·Croatia· 2025-11-20

Sepp Blatter is mentioned as a former FIFA president who some considered acceptable.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung·Switzerland· 2025-11-09

Sepp Blatter was proposed by Wladimir Putin for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Süddeutsche Zeitung·Germany· 2025-11-07

Sepp Blatter, the former president of FIFA, expressed his astonishment at the actions of Gianni Infantino.

Le Monde·France· 2025-10-27

Sepp Blatter's legacy is referenced as Gianni Infantino has inherited a role that he has developed over the years.

Delo – major Slovenian daily, est. 1959·Slovenia· 2025-10-19

Sepp Blatter, Infantino's predecessor, was not a regular attendee of political events.

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2025-10-18

Sepp Blatter spent moments with Michel Platini at The Dolder Grand.

Index.hu·Hungary· 2025-10-15

Sepp Blatter, Infantino’s predecessor, was never a fixture at political events.

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-10-15

Blatter was cleared earlier this year of corruption charges in Switzerland.

Stabroek News·Guyana· 2025-09-25

Diego Maradona considered running for Sepp Blatter's position to reform FIFA from within.

Süddeutsche Zeitung·Germany· 2025-09-09

Sepp Blatter is the former FIFA president who faced legal proceedings for alleged financial misconduct.

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·Jamaica· 2025-08-29

Sepp Blatter is the former FIFA president who was acquitted after a lengthy legal battle.

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·Jamaica· 2025-08-28

Michel Platini was later involved in a financial scandal along with FIFA president Sepp Blatter.

Vijesti – largest independent Montenegrin daily, est. 1997·Montenegro· 2025-07-19

Sepp Blatter has expressed concerns about the influence of Saudi Arabia on football.

Delo – major Slovenian daily, est. 1959·Slovenia· 2025-07-13