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/ 591 days agoFIFPRO World XI 2024: Messi and Ronaldo absent as Real Madrid dominates with Toni Kroos at the helm
For the first time, neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo feature in the FIFPRO World XI. The 2024 team, voted on by over 28,000 players, reflects a changing football landscape, with Real Madrid dominating the lineup.

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/ 596 days agoWorld Cup in January? FIFA considers changing dates for the most important soccer tournament
Hosting the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia presents major scheduling challenges. Balancing Ramadan, extreme summer heat, and the global sporting calendar could force a significant change to the tournament dates.

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/ 596 days agoLamine Yamal of Barcelona could break a Lionel Messi record in the FIFPRO Men's World XI
Lamine Yamal's stunning EURO 2024 performance earns him a FIFPRO World 11 nomination. The 17-year-old was the tournament's top assist provider and scored a spectacular goal, securing his place among the finalists.

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/ 596 days agoDAZN acquiring Club World Cup rights is a deal made for TV
DAZN has come to the rescue of FIFA by agreeing to a reported $1 billion deal to acquire the exclusive global broadcast rights to next summer's Club World Cup. The UK-based streaming service, which has made losses of several billion dollars, plans to broadcast all 63 games for free. The FIFA Club World Cup, which […]

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/ 597 days agoLionel Messi's Inter Miami to play in 2025 FIFA Club World Cup opening match
As anticipation for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup builds, FIFA has confirmed that Lionel Messi's Inter Miami will play in the opening match of the tournament.

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/ 598 days agoLionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo named finalists for FIFPRO Men's World 11, surprising snubs of major stars
The FIFPRO Men's World 11 nominees are revealed! Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal, and Erling Haaland are among the contenders, alongside football legends Messi and Ronaldo.

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/ 599 days ago2025 FIFA Club World Cup list finally confirmed: Which teams will be participating?
With the final spot now secured, the 32-team lineup for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is officially complete.

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/ 601 days ago2024 FIFA Men's Coach: Lionel Messi's Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni and Kylian Mbappe's Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti make cut
FIFA has unveiled the 2024 Best FIFA Men’s Coach shortlist, highlighting five of the most successful managers from club and international soccer.

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/ 601 days ago2024 FIFA Men’s Player shortlist sparks controversy: Why are fans puzzled by Lionel Messi’s inclusion?
With the ceremony scheduled for January 2025, the list is stirring heated debates about merit, snubs, and whether Messi’s recent achievements warrant a place among the world’s elite.

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/ 612 days agoRussia excluded from 2026 World Cup: FIFA and UEFA decide to keep them out of International competitions
The exclusion of Russia from the 2026 World Cup, following their ban from Euro 2024, firmly reinforces the international condemnation of Russia's actions in Ukraine and the significant impact on Russian football.

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/ 613 days agoFIFA president Gianni Infantino addresses Mexico coach Aguirre's incident with important message
Following the incident involving Mexico's coach Javier Aguirre during the game against Honduras, FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed the matter with a critical message to the federations.

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/ 615 days agoAnother accolade for Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, or Erling Haaland? Gleaming new FIFA Club World Cup trophy now coated in 24 carat gold
FIFA has unveiled the official trophy for the expanded FIFA Club World Cup, set to make its debut in 2025.

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/ 617 days agoFIFA's potential rule change: Football Video Support (FVS) system and how it would impact coaching strategies
FIFA is preparing to introduce a potentially transformative rule change with the Football Video Support (FVS) system, designed to give coaches a new tool for challenging referee decisions.

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/ 625 days agoGianni Infantino's FIFA article addresses Club World Cup boycott concerns
FIFA's new rules, including a controversial commitment to fielding "the best possible team," aim to avoid a potential boycott but raise questions about enforceability and the true intent behind the regulations.

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/ 630 days agoMessi is Infantino's last shot to save FIFA Club World Cup
With growing player frustrations over an increasingly packed schedule and talk of strikes, FIFA’s Club World Cup is still set to begin this summer under an expanded format. But Gianni Infantino's latest trump card will attract viewers worldwide. His name is Lionel Messi. Although Infantino has criticized the infamous Super League for lacking competitiveness, the […]