WEF 2026: Infantino, Del Piero, Wenger highlight football's 'magic' and global impact

FIFA President Gianni Infantino, former Italian player Alessandro Del Piero, and former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger highlighted the global impact and unifying power of football at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos. Infantino described football as a 'magic instrument' that brings joy and unity, while Del Piero spoke about the personal fulfillment of winning the World Cup. Wenger emphasized the sport's growth and the need to include more African and Asian countries to ensure its global strength and inclusivity.