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/ 6 days ago

Christian Pulisic’s Milan chases Lionel Messi’s World Cup-winning Argentina teammate Leandro Paredes, but deal hinges on one key factor

While Ruben Amorim continues searching for reinforcements in midfield, reports from Argentina suggest the Serie A giant has already made a concrete move.
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/ 8 days ago

Gianni Infantino accused of leveraging 2030 World Cup final in election battle as FIFA and Spain respond

Accusations linking the sacred hosting rights of the 2030 World Cup final to his bid for re-election have ignited a fierce global backlash.
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/ 8 days ago

‘Infantino must go’: Luis Figo slams FIFA president after plans to sell a stake in the World Cup

Luis Figo harshly criticized Gianni Infantino, calling for his resignation after the failed plan to sell a stake in the World Cup.
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/ 9 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s FIFA crisis deepens as key figure Arsene Wenger reveals his position after failed World Cup proposal

nfluential figures, notably Arsene Wenger, have publicly questioned the organization's strategic direction, with the Frenchman making a deliberate decision to distance himself from the initiative amid the ongoing administrative crisis.
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/ 9 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s FIFA future triggers global conflict as UEFA opposition grows while African and Asian nations respond

The fallout has spread far beyond Europe, with federations from several continents now debating what kind of leadership they want before the next FIFA election.
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/ 10 days ago

Gianni Infantino reportedly misses out on $35M salary after World Cup sell-off plan fails

Following the collapse of his World Cup equity proposal, FIFA president Gianni Infantino reportedly missed out on a $35 million payout.
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/ 11 days ago

Inter Miami coach Hoyos explains decision behind Lionel Messi’s quick MLS return after World Cup

Inter Miami head coach Guillermo Hoyos explained how Lionel Messi was able to return to the MLS in less than two weeks from the 2026 World Cup final.
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/ 12 days ago

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami linked with 2026 World Cup free agent Juan Fernando Quintero

Lionel Messi could get a new teammate after rumors linking Juan Fernando Quintero to Inter Miami.
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/ 13 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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/ 13 days ago

Gianni Infantino takes first major step toward another World Cup expansion as FIFA sets crucial decision timeline

The proposal has emerged at a time when world soccer is already dealing with controversy over FIFA's commercial plans, leaving the future shape of the sport's biggest tournament under intense scrutiny.
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/ 13 days ago

From World Cup glory to the auction block: Benjamin Mendy sells his 2018 replica trophy

Benjamin Mendy has sold the replica 2018 World Cup trophy FIFA awarded him at auction.
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/ 13 days ago

Gianni Infantino faces new storm as 2030 World Cup co-hosts Spain and Portugal threaten shock decision after FIFA controversy

As tensions continue to rise between FIFA and UEFA, Spain and Portugal have become central figures in a dispute that could reshape the future of international soccer, although the full implications remain unclear.
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/ 13 days ago

Gianni Infantino’s World Cup plan receives crucial update amid boycott fears as FIFA insists ‘nobody is selling football’

As the dust settles following the 2026 World Cup, the governing body has now provided a significant update, despite mounting criticism and fears that future tournaments could be affected.
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/ 14 days ago

Lionel Messi’s 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports faces backlash following 2026 World Cup final

Online petitions are calling for Lionel Messi to have his 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, following the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain.
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/ 14 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr absence and Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami comeback reveal one key difference in post-2026 World Cup return

While the Portuguese icon is still absent from Al-Nassr, Messi has already reported back to Inter Miami, creating fresh debate among supporters about why their post-tournament paths have taken such different directions.