African Football Leaders Back Infantino Amid Election Pressure
African football leaders rally behind FIFA chief Gianni Infantino as he abandons a revenue‑sharing plan ahead of the March election.
Aug 4, 2026
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African football leaders rally behind FIFA chief Gianni Infantino ahead of March election
Key African football administrators have voiced public backing for Gianni Infantino as he seeks re‑election, while the Confederation of African Football maintains a neutral but supportive stance.
Aug 4, 2026
African Backing Fuels Infantino’s Campaign
Gianni Infantino is rallying African football leaders ahead of the March election, having dropped a disputed World Cup revenue proposal while securing public support from key continental figures.
Aug 4, 2026
Morocco Eyes Quarterfinal Breakthrough at 2026 World Cup
After reaching the 2022 semifinals and securing a historic victory over Spain and Portugal, Morocco’s national team enters the 2026 tournament with a blend of experience and youthful talent, hoping to translate early promise into deeper progress.
Jun 10, 2026
Joe Connor’s Three‑Year Quest to Experience Soccer in Every 2026 World Cup Nation
Over three years Joe Connor traveled to more than 200 countries, witnessing soccer from stadium spectacles to street pick‑up games, and discovered how the beautiful game stitches together disparate societies.
Jun 3, 2026