Barcelona’s seemingly routine 3-0 triumph over Osasuna on Thursday night should have been a straightforward moment of celebration. Yet, beneath the surface of this comfortable win, an unexpected controversy is brewing — and it could hand Real Madrid a significant boost in the title race.

One of the players who famously stood alongside Lionel Messi during Argentina's triumphant 2022 FIFA World Cup run has made a striking announcement ahead of the 2026 edition. He has hinted that his international career could end in 2026 — but only under one specific condition.

The USMNT looks increasingly like a project veering off course, just as the clock begins to tick louder towards the 2026 World Cup. Yet, things are going very wrong — and not just on the pitch.

FIFA’s Club World Cup 2025 will feature 32 teams competing for a record $1 billion prize pool, with the winner earning up to $125 million. Clubs will receive $525 million in participation fees, based on their sporting and commercial value, and $475 million in performance-based rewards. FIFA will redistribute all tournament revenue, with $250 million set aside for solidarity payments to support global soccer.

FIFA's decision to exclude Club León from the 2025 Club World Cup due to multi-ownership rules has created significant turmoil in Liga MX. The ruling, based on regulations prohibiting multiple teams under single ownership, has raised concerns about the fairness and transparency of the competition.

Club León has been excluded from the 2025 Club World Cup due to violating FIFA's multi-ownership rules. The shared ownership of Club León and Pachuca contravened FIFA regulations, leading to their removal from the tournament. This decision has implications for the tournament and for the participating teams.

With just three months before the competition, FIFA has taken the drastic decision to kick out James Rodriguez's Club Leon from the 2025 Club World Cup.

Following the 2026 men's World Cup, FIFA is considering North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) as a potential host for the 2031 Women's World Cup. This decision is based on the region's growing soccer market and existing infrastructure. However, meeting specific requirements is essential for a successful bid.

James Rodriguez's participation in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup could be jeopardized as Club Leon faces a deadline set by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

The controversial Julián Álvarez penalty decision highlighted the need for more precise and consistent officiating in soccer. Subjective interpretations of on-field incidents often lead to disputes. A new technological solution promises to address these issues and improve the accuracy of refereeing decisions.

The Palestinian Football Association (PFA) has formally requested that FIFA suspend Israel from international football, citing violations of international law and discriminatory practices. FIFA acknowledged the request and stated it would be thoroughly investigated by an independent committee. The

Despite boasting stars like Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski, Barcelona failed to secure a place in the 2025 Club World Cup. But why exactly won’t the Blaugrana be there? And how much money are they missing out on?

One major team will be notably absent from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup—Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr will not feature in the competition. Why will Messi's Inter Miami be there, and why is Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr missing out?

The 2030 World Cup will be unique, with matches taking place across six different countries for the first time: Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay in South America, and Spain, Portugal, and Morocco in Europe and Africa. This geographically diverse format will already mark the tournament as a historic event, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the World Cup.

The 2025 Club World Cup is set to be a landmark tournament, as FIFA has confirmed that this summer's tournament in the United States will feature an unprecedented financial incentive.