Fifa request to give Gianni Infantino ‘Pope-level’ treatment rejected by Vancouver

FIFA requested that Vancouver provide 'Pope-level' security for president Gianni Infantino, a protection detail equivalent to that afforded to the President of the United States and one tier above what is offered to Canada's own Prime Minister. The city of Vancouver rejected this request. The demand highlights the extensive security expectations FIFA has for its top official during events held in North America.