Michael Grimm’s Leap to Professional Soccer in Andorra
Midfielder Michael Grimm trades Texas fields for Andorran stadiums, navigating family ties, faith, and a fresh competitive landscape.
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Midfielder Michael Grimm trades Texas fields for Andorran stadiums, navigating family ties, faith, and a fresh competitive landscape.

FIFA’s plan to sell stakes in a new commercial subsidiary faced a swift backlash, prompting President Gianni Infantino to scrap the initiative after threats of a UEFA boycott and widespread criticism.

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino abandoned a scheme to sell a 20% stake in upcoming tournament earnings after a coordinated backlash from European and international soccer authorities, leading to resignations and doubts about his leadership.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a controversial proposal to sell a 20% stake in future World Cup profits after intense backlash from soccer bodies, executives and fans.
A plan to sell a 20% stake in future World Cup profits to private investors, including Thrive Eternal, sparked worldwide resistance and raised doubts about Gianni Infantino's continued rule.

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino’s proposal to monetize future World Cup earnings by offering a 20% stake to private investors collapsed under pressure from European football’s governing body and a wave of resignations within the organization.

FIFA’s plan to monetize future World Cup profits through a $4.2 billion stake sale faced immediate resistance from European federations, senior officials and even Donald Trump, leading to its abandonment and casting doubt on Infantino’s reelection prospects.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino scraps a $4.2 billion private‑investment plan for World Cup profits after fierce opposition from UEFA, member federations and political figures.

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has unveiled a $4.2 billion private investment scheme that would hand control of the sport’s lucrative revenues to a new commercial arm, sparking opposition from UEFA, rival federations and a coalition of investors.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to raise $4.2 billion by selling stakes in future World Cup revenues has ignited a firestorm, drawing condemnation from UEFA, resignations of senior officials and raising questions about the sport's governance.

Armenia secured the FIBA U16 EuroBasket 2026 Division C title after a commanding 97-68 victory over Malta, highlighted by Hajyan’s 32 points and Sarkesian’s all‑around effort.

A London enthusiast has turned the FIFA World Cup into a tasting tour, gathering a beer from each of the 48 participating countries and planning a repeat for 2028.

Iraq's recent performances, full squad availability and key player line‑ups set the stage for a decisive Group I encounter with Norway, broadcast live in the UK on BBC One.

The two European sides meet in a friendly at Vaduz's Rheinpark Stadium on Sunday, with Liechtenstein hoping to end a long win drought and Cyprus seeking to continue its upward momentum.

Spain, ranked second globally, will host Iraq in a friendly as both teams fine‑tune for the upcoming World Cup, with several star players unavailable for the Spanish side.

Spain will host Iraq in a June 4 friendly as both teams fine‑tune for the 2026 World Cup, with Spain missing key players and Iraq riding a surprising winning streak.

Andorra will look to end a five‑match goal drought when it meets Liechtenstein in a men’s international friendly on Thursday, a match that also marks the return of several key scorers