FIFA president Gianni Infantino has drawn sharp criticism from UK police over a joke he made about British fans' behavior at the 2022 Qatar World Cup. While speaking at Davos, Infantino claimed the tournament was special because "no Brit was arrested," a comment the UK's football policing lead called "neither helpful nor accurate."

The remark came as Infantino addressed the upcoming North American World Cup, seeking to ease concerns about security. He dismissed critics of the Qatar event, pointing to the lack of major incidents. However, police data shows British fans have been arrested in previous tournaments, including Russia and Brazil, for minor offenses.

The Football Supporters' Association pushed back, urging Infantino to focus on affordable tickets rather than "cheap jokes" at fans' expense. This incident highlights the ongoing tension between football's governing bodies and its traveling supporters, a dynamic that often surfaces during major international events.