UEFA Nations Unite to Block FIFA’s World Cup Privatization Plan
In a coordinated move, UEFA members announced a boycott of all FIFA competitions, citing concerns that selling World Cup rights would compromise the sport's integrity.
Jul 30, 2026
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UEFA Calls for Boycott of FIFA Events Over World Cup Privatization Plan
UEFA has announced that all its member federations will refuse to participate in any FIFA‑organized competition until the governing body abandons a plan to monetize the World Cup through a private‑equity transaction.
Jul 30, 2026
UEFA Announces Boycott of FIFA Competitions Over World Cup Privatization Plan
UEFA members have voted to suspend participation in all FIFA tournaments after condemning a controversial $20 billion commercial restructuring that would hand a 20 percent stake to private investors, including a New York firm linked to Joshua Kushner.
Jul 30, 2026
UEFA Rejects FIFA’s Plan to Commercialize the World Cup
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin announced a boycott of all FIFA‑run tournaments, calling the private‑investment scheme a secretive power grab that would turn football’s flagship event into a commodity.
Jul 30, 2026
UEFA Calls for Boycott of FIFA Over Proposed Private‑Equity Sale of World Cup
UEFA member federations have united to boycott all FIFA competitions in protest of a plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private‑equity investors, arguing that the tournament belongs to football and must not be commodified.
Jul 30, 2026
UEFA Mobilizes Boycott of FIFA Events Amid World Cup Privatization Plan
UEFA member associations have announced a coordinated boycott of all FIFA tournaments, citing concerns over a $20 billion commercial restructuring that would hand control of the game's flagship event to private equity.
Jul 30, 2026
FIFA’s $20 Billion Private Equity Spin‑Off Faces Growing Resistance
Global soccer bodies are rallying against a proposal to sell a stake in World Cup revenue to private investors, raising concerns over the future of continental tournaments.
Jul 30, 2026
BYU Secures Polish Post Player Jakub Urbaniak as Coach Kevin Young Bolsters Roster
Coach Kevin Young’s latest recruiting win brings 6‑foot‑9 forward Jakub Urbaniak to Provo, a move praised for his rebounding, rim protection and shooting range, and intended to fill the void left by former post players.
Jul 29, 2026
Lithuania’s Mantas Juzenas Shatters FIBA U20 EuroBasket Scoring Record
Mantas Juzenas delivered a historic performance, scoring 46 points and posting an efficiency rating of 55 in a 112-67 victory that underscores Lithuania's push for the 2026 championship.
Jul 28, 2026
FAU Adds Veteran International Coach Mike Taylor to Staff
Mike Taylor, a coach with over two decades of international experience, has been hired as an assistant basketball coach at Florida Atlantic University for the 2026‑27 season.
Jul 28, 2026
Abilene Christian University’s LYNAY Program Brings Hope to Ukrainian Refugee Children at Soccer Camp in Poland
From July 6–11, a soccer camp in Poland organized by Abilene Christian University’s LYNAY program and Love Does offered Ukrainian refugee children a space to play, learn and feel safe, while ACU students built meaningful relationships and modeled servant leadership.
Jul 27, 2026
Carlton Bragg Returns to Lawrence for the 2026 TBT
After stints abroad, the 30‑year‑old power forward is back in Lawrence, eager to contribute to his team’s tournament run and stay connected with his alma mater.
Jul 27, 2026
Serbian U20 squad shines with Washington Huskies forward Nikola Dzepina
A dominant performance by Nikola Dzepina and his teammates has propelled Serbia to an unbeaten start in the 2026 FIBA U20 EuroBasketball tournament, drawing praise from Coach Danny Sprinkle.
Jul 27, 2026
Chris Citowicki’s Global Journey Fuels Washington State Women’s Soccer Revival
Washington State’s new women’s soccer coach, Chris Citowicki, shares how his odyssey from Poland to Australia, South Africa and the U.S. shapes a philosophy built on belonging, high‑press play and deep community ties.
Jul 26, 2026
U.S. Soccer Unveils Ambitious Long‑Term Blueprint After World Cup Surge
U.S. Soccer chief executive J.T. Batson outlines a sweeping plan that leverages the momentum from the recent World Cup, brings Arsène Wenger on board, and sets a pathway for youth development, coaching appointments and Olympic success.
Jul 26, 2026
Female Amputee Soccer Players Train in Bolivia Ahead of 2027 World Cup
The first soccer training camp for female amputees in South America was held in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, gathering nearly three dozen women from ten countries. Organized by the World Amputee Football Federation, the camp prepared participants for the 2027 Women's Amputee Football World Cup, focusing on balance, coordination and skill development.
Jul 26, 2026
First South American Camp Empowers Female Amputee Soccer Players
Nearly three dozen women from ten countries gathered in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, to prepare for the upcoming 2027 Women's Amputee Football World Cup, blending intensive skill work with community building.
Jul 25, 2026
South American Amputee Footballers Train in Bolivia Ahead of 2027 World Cup
Female amputees from across South America are honing their skills in Bolivia for the upcoming 2027 Women's Amputee Football World Cup, a tournament that will be held in Poland next year. The training, organized by the World Amputee Football Federation, blends technical drills with tactical lessons, while the country's sports council eyes a historic debut for Bolivia.
Jul 25, 2026
South American Women Gear Up for Historic Amputee Soccer World Cup
Nearly three dozen female amputees from ten South American countries gathered in Santa Cruz for an intensive training camp, coached by elite U.S. players, as they chase a dream of competing in the inaugural Women’s Amputee Football World Cup slated for 2027.
Jul 25, 2026
Beyond the Stereotypes: What World Cup Visitors Found in America
Firsthand accounts from international fans who traveled to the United States for the World Cup reveal a welcoming culture, warm local interactions, and a reality that contrasts sharply with media portrayals of political division.
Jul 25, 2026
World Cup Visitors Find Unexpected Hospitality in the United States
International fans who came for the World Cup discovered a friendly, open America, from lively sports bars to bustling travel plazas, reshaping their views of the country.
Jul 25, 2026
World Cup Visitors Discover Unexpected Warmth in the United States
Tourists from London, Morocco, Poland and beyond arrived for the World Cup and shared stories of genuine friendliness, bustling sports bars and welcoming locals, revealing a reality far different from the divisive image often portrayed.
Jul 25, 2026
World Cup Visitors Discover Unexpected Warmth in the United States
From London to Morocco, travelers share stories of friendly locals, surprising hospitality, and a political climate that feels less divided than the headlines suggest.
Jul 25, 2026
Manchester United opens 2026‑27 Premier League preseason with Helsinki friendly against Wrexham
A friendly against Wrexham in Helsinki kicks off Manchester United’s 2026‑27 preseason, a schedule that includes matches in Norway, Sweden, Poland and the United States, plus a high‑profile clash with Paris Saint‑Germain.
Jul 25, 2026