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European soccer bodies reject FIFA’s private‑equity overhaul

A coalition of European football nations and North American soccer bodies have announced a boycott of FIFA tournaments amid a brewing dispute over Gianni Infantino's plan to spin off FIFA's commercial operations into a private‑equity backed subsidiary.

Jul 31, 2026

Franco Baresi, Legendary AC Milan Defender, Passes Away at 66

Franco Baresi, the iconic AC Milan centre‑back and 1982 World Cup winner, died on Saturday at the age of 66. His two‑decade spell with Milan yielded six Serie A crowns, three European Cups and a World Cup, cementing his status as one of the game’s greatest defenders.

Jul 31, 2026

Park City Extreme Cup Returns for Its 23rd Edition

The 23rd annual Park City Extreme Cup youth soccer tournament kicks off, drawing thousands of players and fans to Park City, Oakley and Heber through Saturday, with traffic alerts and a dedicated parking guide.

Jul 31, 2026

European football bodies protest FIFA’s private‑equity plan

A coalition of European and North American soccer bodies has announced a boycott of FIFA events to protest a controversial proposal that would hand control of the sport's flagship competition to private investors. The move underscores deepening rifts over governance and financial priorities.

Jul 31, 2026