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/ 144 days ago

FIFPRO president slams FIFA’s Gianni Infantino, Club World Cup before final: ‘The man who thinks he is God’

Hours before the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final, the FIFPRO President Sergio Marchi slammed both FIFA president and the competition in a statement titled "The man who thinks he is God."
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/ 145 days ago

FIFA president Gianni Infantino responds to Enzo Fernandez’s concerns about heat ahead of 2026 World Cup

After Enzo Fernandez addressed the concern about the extreme heat ahead of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA president Gianni Infantino issued a response on the matter.
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/ 174 days ago

Club World Cup in crisis? FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s еight-word response about Lionel Messi’s opener crowd worries ends debate

Critics have slammed FIFA for attempting to save face, but the governing body’s president Gianni Infantino sees it differently.
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/ 195 days ago

Ronaldo at the 2025 Club World Cup? Infantino’s shocking comment has fans buzzing

Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, has dropped a bombshell on a stunning potential move: Cristiano Ronaldo might play in the Club World Cup.
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/ 213 days ago

Infantino, FIFA president, reveals who will attend Inter vs. Barcelona influenced by Club World Cup

Could the Champions League winner be absent from FIFA's new Club World Cup? With Barcelona and Arsenal at risk of failing to qualify, FIFA faces a major PR problem. What's at stake for the new tournament's credibility?
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/ 228 days ago

FIFA president Infantino dismisses coaches’ and players’ concerns on packed schedule after Club World Cup addition

With the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup sparking controversy, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has responded to coaches and players voicing concerns about the packed schedule.
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/ 233 days ago

Barcelona, Club America, or LAFC? Gianni Infantino reveals FIFA Club World Cup plans after Club Leon expulsion

After names like FC Barcelona, Club América, and Los Angeles FC emerged as potential replacements, FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed FIFA’s plans regarding Club Leon’s status in the 2025 Club World Cup.
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/ 240 days ago

Battle of big salaries: UEFA's Ceferin vs. FIFA's Infantino – Who really earns more in global soccer?

In a move that sent ripples through the soccer world, UEFA released its financial report for the previous 2023-24 season. At the center of attention was one figure: Aleksander Ceferin, UEFA’s president since 2016.
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/ 242 days ago

UEFA president Ceferin slams FIFA, Gianni Infantino over 2030 World Cup expansion

Amid growing discomfort between the two organs, UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin slammed FIFA and Gianni Infantino over the idea of expanding the 2030 World Cup.
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/ 244 days ago

FIFA president Gianni Infantino pushes for Russia’s comeback in soccer competitions: UEFA’s position revealed

Standing before European soccer leaders, Infantino expressed a desire that Russia may soon be welcomed back into the international fold. Meanwhile, UEFA has made its stance clear.
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/ 268 days ago

FIFA considers excluding two more national teams from the 2026 World Cup in the US

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
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/ 274 days ago

Historic announcement: FIFA reveals major change for the 2026 World Cup final

FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced a groundbreaking halftime show for the 2026 World Cup final, a significant departure from tradition. This Super Bowl-style spectacle, to be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, aims to enhance the fan experience and create a memorable event, marking a significant shift in the approach to the World Cup final.
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/ 276 days ago

FIFA reportedly to make controversial decision on the 2026 Women’s Club World Cup

With the tournament set to kick off in January/February 2026, FIFA is reportedly preparing to make a controversial decision regarding the Women’s Club World Cup.
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/ 278 days ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino leaves the door open for banned country’s return to the World Cup

While attending the annual IFAB meeting, FIFA President Gianni Infantino left the door open for a banned country to return to the World Cup.
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/ 288 days ago

Is the Wenger Law confirmed? FIFA considers regulatory changes that could transform soccer forever

FIFA is considering significant rule changes to soccer, to be implemented from July 1st, 2025. These changes will be discussed at the March IFAB meeting and include a potential offside law overhaul (Wenger Law), real-time VAR communication, a "Challenger" system for coach-requested reviews, and measures to reduce time-wasting.