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Donald Trump backs Gianni Infantino and warns FIFA against replacing him

Donald Trump backs Gianni Infantino and warns FIFA against replacing him

US President Donald Trump has publicly defended embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino, warning that replacing him would be a terrible mistake following intense backlash over a scrapped World Cup investment plan.

Sports ·11 Aug 2026, 12:02 ·Tomás Ferreira 4 min read
Mauricio Pochettino extends USMNT contract through 2030 World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino extends USMNT contract through 2030 World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino has signed a new contract to remain head coach of the U.S. Men's National Team through the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

Sports ·4 Aug 2026, 00:02 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
England and Wales withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino

England and Wales withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino

England and Wales have withdrawn their support for Gianni Infantino's FIFA presidency following the collapse of a controversial $4.2 billion World Cup equity plan.

Sports ·3 Aug 2026, 16:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 4 min read
Gianni Infantino loses UEFA confidence after FIFA scraps World Cup plan

Gianni Infantino loses UEFA confidence after FIFA scraps World Cup plan

UEFA has declared a loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the collapse of a controversial 15 billion World Cup investment scheme.

Sports ·1 Aug 2026, 19:33 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
UEFA declares loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino

UEFA declares loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino

UEFA has declared a loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the collapse of his controversial $20 billion World Cup investment plan.

Sports ·1 Aug 2026, 13:33 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
FIFA shelves plan to sell World Cup stake after fierce backlash

FIFA shelves plan to sell World Cup stake after fierce backlash

FIFA has abandoned its controversial plan to sell a minority stake in the World Cup following fierce pushback and boycott threats from major regional football bodies.

World ·1 Aug 2026, 10:52 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
FIFA scraps controversial World Cup private investment plan after backlash

FIFA scraps controversial World Cup private investment plan after backlash

Facing intense backlash, boycotts from major confederations, and high-profile resignations, FIFA has abandoned its controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.

Sports ·1 Aug 2026, 07:32 ·Tomás Ferreira 4 min read
FIFA presses ahead with World Cup stake sale plan despite major confeder…

FIFA presses ahead with World Cup stake sale plan despite major confeder…

FIFA is pushing forward with a controversial plan to sell a stake in a World Cup commercial entity despite strong opposition and a boycott threat from UEFA.

Business ·31 Jul 2026, 14:07 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
UEFA threatens World Cup boycott over FIFA commercial sell-off plan

UEFA threatens World Cup boycott over FIFA commercial sell-off plan

UEFA threatens to boycott the World Cup and all international competitions if FIFA proceeds with a controversial $20 billion commercial stake sale to private investors.

Sports ·30 Jul 2026, 22:01 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
UEFA agrees to boycott FIFA competitions over World Cup private equity plan

UEFA agrees to boycott FIFA competitions over World Cup private equity plan

UEFA has unanimously voted to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, in response to Gianni Infantino's controversial private equity plan.

Sports ·30 Jul 2026, 20:02 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
UEFA members agree FIFA boycott if World Cup plans pursued

UEFA members agree FIFA boycott if World Cup plans pursued

UEFA's 55 member federations have agreed to boycott FIFA tournaments if the organization moves forward with selling a stake in the World Cup to private investors.

Sports ·30 Jul 2026, 19:05 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Infantino calls plan to sell World Cup stake a proposal, 'not an obligation

Infantino calls plan to sell World Cup stake a proposal, 'not an obligation

FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists his plan to sell a 20% stake in World Cup commercial rights is an opportunity rather than an obligation, despite fierce backlash from UEFA and global football authorities.

Sports ·30 Jul 2026, 13:33 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
UEFA to hold emergency meeting as FIFA investment plan sparks backlash

UEFA to hold emergency meeting as FIFA investment plan sparks backlash

UEFA and international football bodies have reacted with anger to FIFA's surprise proposal to bring in private equity investors for a new subsidiary.

Sports ·30 Jul 2026, 09:03 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
FIFA charges Argentina over World Cup final brawl and Falklands banner

FIFA charges Argentina over World Cup final brawl and Falklands banner

FIFA has launched disciplinary proceedings against Argentina following a chaotic post-match brawl with Spain and a political banner display during the World Cup.

Sports ·30 Jul 2026, 03:32 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Real Madrid open transfer talks with Manchester City for midfielder Rodri

Real Madrid open transfer talks with Manchester City for midfielder Rodri

Real Madrid have initiated formal talks with Manchester City to sign midfielder Rodri. The Spanish club is preparing a bid over €50 million following his stellar World Cup campaign.

Sports ·29 Jul 2026, 18:34 ·Tomás Ferreira 4 min read
FIFA opens disciplinary investigation into Argentina-Spain World Cup brawl

FIFA opens disciplinary investigation into Argentina-Spain World Cup brawl

FIFA is reviewing potential disciplinary code breaches following an altercation between Argentina and Spain players after the 2026 World Cup final. The probe examines physical confrontations and offensive conduct that occurred after Spain's 1-0 victory.

Sports ·21 Jul 2026, 22:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Bukayo Saka scores hat-trick as England beats France 6-4 for World Cup b…

Bukayo Saka scores hat-trick as England beats France 6-4 for World Cup b…

England secured a historic 6-4 victory over France in a high-scoring third-place playoff, featuring a hat-trick from Bukayo Saka and a new World Cup scoring record for Kylian Mbappé.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 04:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Storms expected to clear wildfire smoke before World Cup final

Storms expected to clear wildfire smoke before World Cup final

Approaching storms are set to clear the dense Canadian wildfire smoke blanketing MetLife Stadium just in time for the World Cup final. Health concerns remain for players and fans despite the forecasted shift in air quality.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 03:32 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Kylian Mbappé breaks Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup scoring record

Kylian Mbappé breaks Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup scoring record

French forward Kylian Mbappé made history by scoring twice against England to claim the title of the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer. His new record of 22 career goals elevates him past Lionel Messi in the tournament standings.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 02:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
France and England prepare for unwanted World Cup third-place playoff

France and England prepare for unwanted World Cup third-place playoff

France and England play in a third-place playoff that follows their semifinal losses. The match marks the final game for Didier Deschamps as France's head coach.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 09:30 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read