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/ 70 days ago

FIFA announces final verdict on polemical World Cup sale proposal as UEFA turns on Gianni Infantino

The entire soccer landscape watched closely as tensions escalated between FIFA and several continental confederations over the future direction of the sport.
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/ 71 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s key FIFA advisor Carlos Cordeiro resigns amid UEFA conflict with bold farewell letter

Amid the controversy over Gianni Infantino's proposed plan, FIFA advisor Carlos Cordeiro announced his resignation with a strong message.
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/ 71 days ago

Gianni Infantino faces potential 2027 FIFA election rival in Nasser Al-Khelaifi as PSG owner’s stance emerges

As tensions over FIFA's controversial commercial plans intensify, speculation surrounding the next FIFA election has gathered momentum.
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/ 72 days ago

FIFPRO proposes meeting with FIFA, UEFA and CONMEBOL to debate Gianni Infantino’s proposal

FIFPRO president Sergio Marchi proposed a meeting to debate the FIFA Forward Enterprise plan, put forward by Gianni Infantino.
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/ 72 days ago

U.S. Soccer, CONCACAF join UEFA in opposing Gianni Infantino’s World Cup investment plan, costing him up to 90 votes

The U.S. Soccer and CONCACAF have joined UEFA as the Confederations opposing to Gianni Infantino's invevstment plans for the World Cup, with the FIFA president losing up to 90 votes in his initiative.
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/ 72 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s controversial FIFA proposal triggers historic UEFA response to possible World Cup boycott from all 55 members

What began as a plan designed to reshape the governing body's financial future has rapidly evolved into a crisis that could alter the landscape of international soccer for years to come.
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/ 72 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s World Cup sale plan sparks global revolt beyond UEFA as CONCACAF and AFC make their positions known

As FIFA pushes forward with an ambitious commercial restructuring ahead of future World Cups, influential voices from across the global game are questioning both the process and the long-term consequences, creating uncertainty over one of soccer's most valuable competitions.
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/ 73 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s World Cup sale plan finds first ally as unexpected European country publicly backs FIFA in major UEFA blow

While UEFA continues to rally opposition, FIFA has now received public backing from an unexpected corner of Europe, dealing an early setback to efforts aimed at presenting a united front against the governing body’s plans.
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/ 73 days ago

UEFA escalates conflict with FIFA with blunt message after learning of Gianni Infantino’s new World Cup plan deadline

The dispute has intensified rapidly, with UEFA responding forcefully as tensions between soccer’s two most influential governing bodies continue to grow over the future direction of the global game.
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World Cup

/ 74 days ago

UEFA issues scathing response to Infantino and FIFA’s reported plan to sell World Cup stakes: ‘None of us are the owners of football’

After reports revealed the idea of FIFA and Gianni Infantino to sell World Cup stakes to private capitals, UEFA delivered a scathing response: "None of us are the owners of football."
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/ 75 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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/ 100 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

/ 110 days ago

World Cup 2026 controversy forces UEFA to reveal whether $250m hydration breaks will be introduced at Euro 2028 and Champions League

The debate surrounding mandatory hydration breaks has intensified throughout the tournament, with critics questioning whether the interruptions are truly about player welfare or whether commercial interests have become a driving force.
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World Cup

/ 123 days ago

Why Russia is missing the 2026 World Cup: FIFA ban explained

The national team, which famously hosted the 2018 World Cup and reached the quarterfinals that year, will once again watch from afar as the competition unfolds across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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World Cup

/ 129 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo has every reason to believe in 2026 World Cup dream win thanks to Portugal’s stunning tournament format-change record

Alongside a talented generation featuring stars such as Vitinha, Joao Neves, and Bruno Fernandes, the national team heads into the 2026 tournament carrying a fascinating piece of history that has captured the imagination of supporters.