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At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo announced that the forthcoming campaign may be his last, tying the news to his recent marriage to Georgina Rodríguez and a focus on family. He continues to shine for Al‑Nassr in Saudi Arabia, eyes a legacy‑defining final match in 2027, and hints at travel and padel after retirement.
At 19, Abdulla Mousa juggles a packed international schedule, shining in the U18 Asia Cup, the Basketball Without Borders All‑Star event, and upcoming qualifiers, while emphasizing enjoyment, development, and leadership for Qatar's basketball future.
The latest window of the Asian qualifiers for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup produced a cascade of record‑setting scores, surprising defeats and historic victories that are reshaping the regional basketball landscape.
A sudden payment of overdue prize money for Jordan’s 2025 Arab Cup final run has sparked a fresh clash between the Jordanian federation and world football’s governing body, with Prince Ali bin Hussein condemning FIFA’s tactics and refusing to back President Gianni Infantino.
Jordan’s football association finally received the 2025 Arab Cup final prize after FIFA allegedly offered aid in exchange for political support, sparking criticism from Prince Ali bin Hussein and raising questions about FIFA’s leadership.
Jordan’s football chief revealed that FIFA finally released the promised prize money for the 2025 Arab Cup final, but not before accusing the world governing body of coercive tactics.
Qatar’s football chief writes to AFC leadership, questioning the lack of consultation behind a public attack on FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.
Qatar’s football association challenges the Asian Football Confederation after an open letter criticizing FIFA chief Gianni Infantino was issued without prior consultation.
The upcoming 2026‑27 campaign will see countdowns for restarts, stricter substitution timing, and tighter goalkeeper rules, all aimed at keeping the ball in motion and enhancing fairness across English football.
A proposal to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup’s commercial future has divided football’s governing bodies, triggered threats of boycotts and led to accusations of blackmail, highlighting deep governance challenges within FIFA.
Manchester United have announced the signing of 18‑year‑old Colombian defensive midfielder Cristian Orozco, a player whose leadership, technical skill and potential have been highlighted by recent international performances.
Jorge Messi, 68, died on August 8, 2026, after a prolonged illness. His role as manager, advocate, and family matriarch left an indelible mark on football and humanitarian work.
Rienk Mast, a standout from Nebraska's recent Sweet 16 run, has been named to the Netherlands roster for the 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers, joining three other Huskers who will fly the flag for Australia, Iceland and New Zealand.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces a fresh scandal involving a proposed sale of World Cup revenue shares, sparking backlash and a potential UEFA boycott.
A heated dispute over Gianni Infantino’s commercial reforms has divided football’s governing bodies, with Norway demanding his resignation, UEFA threatening a boycott, and continental allies rallying behind him ahead of the FIFA Congress in Rabat.
FIFA apologized for a botched plan to sell a 20% stake in a commercial‑rights entity, sparking criticism from UEFA, European leagues and several continental confederations, while President Gianni Infantino battles calls for his resignation and faces a uncertain path to re‑election next year.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino convenes an emergency meeting in Morocco to salvage a controversial plan to sell World Cup commercial rights, facing mounting opposition from UEFA and other confederations.
Jordan’s football chief says FIFA attempted to force his endorsement by promising aid only after months of refusal, while the governing body’s World Cup stake‑sale proposal is rejected by national bodies.
Jordan's football chief says FIFA tried to force his association to endorse Gianni Infantino, while the nation grapples with ticket costs, visa denials and unpaid rewards.
Prince Ali bin Al Hussein, a Jordanian royal and former FIFA vice president, has publicly accused Gianni Infantino of withholding prize money owed to Jordan’s national team after they reached the 2025 Arab Cup final, raising questions about governance and ethics within world football.
Prince Ali bin Al Hussein says FIFA’s refusal to pay a $4.2 million prize is a form of blackmail, as Gianni Infantino faces backlash over a controversial World Cup profit‑sharing plan.
Prince Ali bin Al Hussein alleges FIFA chief Gianni Infantino withheld $4.2 million in prize money from Jordan’s national team, sparking a clash over ethics and governance ahead of the FIFA presidential election.
Former FIFA vice‑president Prince Ali bin Al Hussein says Gianni Infantino’s administration has failed to pay Jordan the $4.2 million prize money promised after its Arab Cup final run, a claim that adds pressure to an already contentious presidency.
Jordan alleges FIFA withheld $4.2 million in prize money, sparking a clash between Prince Ali bin Al Hussein and Gianni Infantino’s leadership.