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News

/ 53 days ago

FIFA president Gianni Infantino delivers blunt message amid huge criticism: ‘They missed out on everything’

Despite the 2026 World Cup ending a few days ago, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has faced heavy criticism over numerous decisions. In response, he has decided to deliver a strong statement, defending the organization.
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World Cup

/ 57 days ago

Folarin Balogun red card suspension reversal could lead to Norway complaint to FIFA

The handling of Folarin Balogun's red card and the decision to suspend his automatic ban could lead to Norway presenting a complaint to FIFA.
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News

/ 58 days ago

Gianni Infantino faces major decision as 2026 World Cup’s unprecedented revenue gives FIFA one huge reason to consider another expansion

While the tournament broke records both on and off the pitch, its extraordinary commercial success has created fresh debate over whether the competition should continue growing beyond its current format.
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World Cup

/ 59 days ago

‘Infantino should leave, his time has come’, La Liga president Javier Tebas criticizes FIFA president

Javier Tebas was very critical with Gianni Infantino as the La Liga president wants him to leave.
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World Cup

/ 59 days ago

FIFA president Gianni Infantino congratulates Spain, Argentina after their 2026 World Cup campaigns

After the 2026 World Cup final, FIFA president Gianni Infantino posted congratulatory messages to both Spain and Argentina.
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World Cup

/ 68 days ago

FIFA to review another World Cup expansion, with 64-team format under consideration for 2030

Despite the growing doubts surrounding the expansion to 48 teams, the 2026 World Cup has been competitive, thrilling fans around the world. However, FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed that they are already considering a possible expansion to 64 national teams for the 2030 edition.
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World Cup

/ 71 days ago

Collina details the controversial plays in Argentina’s victory over Egypt as he claims referees are independent from Infantino

Pierluigi Collina shared his opinion on the controversial plays of the match between Argentina and Egypt.
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News

/ 74 days ago

Gianni Infantino clarifies FIFA’s stance on controversial Folarin Balogun red card case after suspension drama rocks 2026 World Cup

As debate continues over the United States' striker and the events leading up to the Round of 16, soccer fans are still waiting to understand exactly how FIFA has responded to claims surrounding outside influence and one of the tournament's most disputed disciplinary decisions.
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News

/ 78 days ago

Gianni Infantino learns UEFA’s stance on FIFA’s strict red-card rule for covering mouth after two 2026 World Cup episodes

With the World Cup in full swing, all eyes are shifting toward UEFA to see if European soccer's governing body will implement this exact same approach.
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World Cup

/ 88 days ago

FIFA’s plans for another 64-team World Cup expansion takes dramatic twist as Gianni Infantino’s reported stance emerges

With Gianni Infantino once again at the center of discussions, uncertainty continues to surround whether soccer's biggest competition could grow even further after its historic expansion to 48 teams in 2026.
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World Cup

/ 105 days ago

2026 World Cup atmosphere could change forever after FIFA’s unprecedented stadium decision on iconic vuvuzelas and plastic water bottles

Just days before kickoff, FIFA has introduced a controversial stadium policy that is already generating strong reactions from supporters around the world.
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World Cup

/ 105 days ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino announces new national anthem protocol for 2026 World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed a shakeup for the 2026 World Cup, revealing a new pre-match protocol for the singing of national anthems.
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World Cup

/ 107 days ago

Gianni Infantino oversees biggest commercial event as FIFA set for historic financial windfall from expanded 2026 World Cup

Behind the growing excitement, the figures tied to FIFA’s next cycle are becoming just as attention-grabbing as the tournament itself, pointing toward a commercial explosion built around expansion and global demand.
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World Cup

/ 109 days ago

Infantino’s FIFA approves new rule changes for 2026 World Cup, expanding VAR powers and penalizing players for covering their mouths

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Gianni Infantino's FIFA has approved a new bundle of rules, such as the expansion of the VAR powers and the penalization of players for covering their mouths during confrontations.
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World Cup

/ 116 days ago

Infantino’s FIFA confirms Iran’s 2026 World Cup base camp move to Mexico alongside six other nations

Gianni Infantino's FIFA has officially approved the relocation of Iran's 2026 World Cup base camp, clearing the way for the team to move its headquarters from the United States to Mexico alongside six other participating nations.