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/ 7 days ago

FIFA unveils Asia’s top 2025 spenders ahead of another Saudi era with Ousmane Dembele, Robert Lewandowski, Vinicius, and Mohamed Salah: Where does Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr stand?

FIFA’s latest financial data has quietly confirmed what many in world soccer have sensed for months: the center of gravity is shifting again.
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/ 10 days ago

Report: Ancelotti reunion with FIFA president Infantino could put Brazil in line to host 2029 Club World Cup

A reunion between head coach Carlo Ancelotti, FIFA president Gianni Infantino, and Brazil officials could result in the nation to host the 2029 Club World Cup.
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/ 15 days ago

UEFA and IFAB said no, but Arsene Wenger’s offside rule could still debut before 2026 FIFA World Cup: Idea refuses to die as CONCACAF league lined up for shock test

Despite strong resistance from Europe’s power brokers, Arsene Wenger remains at the heart of a proposal that could fundamentally reshape how offside is judged.
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/ 16 days ago

FIFA hit with another huge blow before 2026 World Cup: IFAB decides on Arsene Wenger’s offside rule change proposal that sparked huge debate after UEFA’s call

The proposal has now collided with resistance at the highest level, underlining the deep divisions that still exist over how far soccer should evolve in the VAR era.
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/ 18 days ago

FIFA Rankings release first 2026 update with Top 10 changes: Where do Messi’s Argentina, Ronaldo’s Portugal stand?

The FIFA Rankings have received their first update of 2026, with several changes in the Top 10 that raise questions about where Lionel Messi’s Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal currently stand.
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/ 22 days ago

FIFA suffers major setback ahead of 2026 World Cup: UEFA makes decision on Arsene Wenger’s radical offside rule change

What began as a vision to restore attacking freedom has suddenly encountered resistance at the highest level, delivering a moment that could significantly alter FIFA’s plans in the years ahead.
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/ 22 days ago

Raphinha turns Spanish Super Cup celebration into statement: Barcelona hero aims subtle seven-word jab at FIFA and Ballon d’Or jury

Overlooked, underestimated, yet once again decisive when it mattered most, the Brazilian star left Jeddah with a trophy in his hands and a message that would soon echo far beyond the stadium.
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/ 27 days ago

Colombia coach Lorenzo says he wanted to vote for Messi at The Best but FIFA blocked it

Lionel Messi was the chosen candidate for Colombia head coach Nestor Lorenzo at The Best Awards, but FIFA did not allow him to vote for the Argentine star.
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/ 29 days ago

2026 World Cup: FIFA unveils AI technology to enhance VAR decisions

FIFA announced that it will implement Artificial Intelligence tools during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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/ 34 days ago

Club World Cup: FIFA reportedly set to choose unexpected host for 2029 edition

The second expanded edition of the FIFA Club World Cup is scheduled for 2029, and reports suggest that FIFA has already identified a host nation.
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/ 35 days ago

FIFA reportedly considering rule change to prevent time wasting: Could it apply before the 2026 World Cup?

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just months away, FIFA is reportedly considering a rule modification aimed at preventing time wasting.
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/ 37 days ago

Argentina star Thiago Almada behind FIFA’s severe ban amid $30M dispute between MLS and Brazilian clubs

A conflict between a Major League Soccer team and a Brazilian club involving Argentina star Thiago Almada led to a severe decision by FIFA.
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/ 38 days ago

2026 World Cup ticket demand keeps breaking records, FIFA’s Infantino says despite price controversy

Despite the ongoing controversy with the prices, FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed that the tickets for the 2026 World Cup are facing a record-breaking demand.
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/ 38 days ago

FIFA’s Gianni Infantino announces replacement for The Best awards ahead of 2026

In the end of an era, FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced the awards that'll be replacing The Best ahead of 2026.
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/ 38 days ago

Arsene Wenger’s radical offside rule: When might FIFA introduce it and could it debut at the 2026 World Cup?

What once sounded like a radical idea is now being openly discussed by FIFA officials as part of a broader push to make the game more attacking, more fluid, and easier to officiate in the era of technology.