FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing one of the most serious challenges of his presidency after UEFA, CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) jointly accused him of “deception” and a breach of trust over a controversial plan involving the commercialization of the World Cup. But despite the dramatic language, this is not yet a…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned plans to sell stakes in the commercial rights of future World Cups, marking one of the biggest governance reversals in modern football—and sending a clear message about who still holds influence in the sport. The proposal would have seen FIFA create a new commercial subsidiary and sell a minority…
UEFA and all 55 of its member associations have agreed to boycott FIFA competitions if FIFA proceeds with plans to allow private investors to acquire stakes in the commercial rights of the World Cup and other major tournaments. The decision was reached during an emergency meeting on Thursday, July 30, escalating an increasingly serious dispute…
The debate over the standout player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has intensified after The New York Times ranked Lionel Messi as the tournament’s best performer, despite FIFA awarding the official Golden Ball to Spain midfielder Rodri. Messi, who inspired Argentina to a second consecutive World Cup final with eight goals and four assists,…
By Izuchukwu Okosi European champions Spain on Sunday evening usurped Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup thanks to an extra time goal by Ferran Torres. The 2026 final became the first ever FIFA World Cup final between the reigning UEFA European champions, and the reigning CONMEBOL Copa America champions. Messi and Lamine Yamal…
Nigerian Afrofusion superstar Burna Boy and Colombian pop icon Shakira have completed rehearsals ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, with behind-the-scenes clips of the pair embracing and laughing together going viral across social media. The duo will headline the tournament’s first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime performance at MetLife Stadium before Sunday’s final…
Arsenal defender William Saliba could be sidelined for up to five months after reports revealed he played the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a fractured back, an injury he had been managing for weeks before France’s campaign ended. The French international is now expected to undergo surgery, raising concerns over Arsenal’s defensive options ahead of…
The Football Association has reaffirmed its support for Thomas Tuchel, confirming the German will remain England manager despite the Three Lions’ 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. England’s campaign ended in Atlanta after Anthony Gordon gave them an early lead before late goals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez completed Argentina’s comeback. Although England…
Atlético Madrid have reiterated that Julián Álvarez is not for sale, despite renewed interest from Barcelona following the FIFA World Cup. Club president Enrique Cerezo insisted the Argentine forward remains part of Atlético’s long-term plans, even after the player publicly admitted his dream is to play for Barcelona. Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed that the…
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated World Cup finals in history as Lionel Messi’s Argentina prepare to face Lamine Yamal’s Spain on Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Argentina booked their place with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England, while Spain defeated France 2-0 to reach the…
