FIFA President Gianni Infantino Officially Gets Lebanese Passport

FIFA President Gianni Infantino just made it official – he’s now proudly Lebanese! Visiting the Ministry of Interior in Beirut, he couldn’t hide his joy, saying he was “very proud and very happy” to be there. And of course, he declared, “I love Lebanon,” showing everyone just how much the country means to him.

From Personal Bond to Official Status

Infantino has always had a special connection to Lebanon through his wife, Lina Al-Ashkar. Now, that personal tie has turned into an official status, making him part of the Lebanese family in every way. From citizenship granted by the President to now holding the blue passport, it’s been a heartwarming journey.

 

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Going Through the Steps

On the big day, Infantino went through all the official steps with a big smile – filing his documents, taking his photo, and recording his fingerprints. Every step marked his path to becoming fully recognized as a Lebanese citizen.

A Moment to Celebrate

Finally, he was handed his shiny new blue passport, making it all official! The moment was full of excitement and joy, and everyone there could feel how meaningful this milestone was for the FIFA President. Lebanon just got another proud citizen!

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