Gianni Infantino highlights the growth and potential of Dominican football during his official visit
The president of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), Gianni Infantino, completed an official visit to the Dominican Republic, where he reaffirmed the global body’s commitment to the strengthening and expansion of football in the national territory.
Upon his arrival in Punta Cana, the head of world football was welcomed by local sports authorities, highlighting a key meeting with the Minister of Sports, Kelvin Cruz. During the day, both figures exchanged impressions on the evolution that this discipline has experienced in the Caribbean nation.
It is a great honor to welcome Gianni Infantino to our country, where football is advancing steadily from schools and colleges. His presence puts us on the world map of this sport.
Kelvin Cruz, Minister of Sports
Infantino did not hide his optimism regarding the footballing future of the Dominican Republic. The FIFA president positively assessed the performance of the youth national teams in international competitions and stressed that the country possesses the necessary elements to reach more ambitious goals in the short term.
A promising future for national football
During his speech, the FIFA leader highlighted that the country is taking giant steps, consolidating a solid foundation for local talent to stand out on a global level. Among the key points mentioned by Infantino are:
- The constant progress of national teams in youth categories.
- The growing passion for soccer perceived in educational institutions.
- The commitment to work together to achieve World Cup qualifications.
Upon concluding his visit, Infantino expressed his confidence in the ability of Dominican athletes, emphasizing that the determining factor is the heart and dedication they put into every project. The leader extended his best wishes to the local authorities, encouraging them to continue with the development work that positions the country as an emerging benchmark in the region.
