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Infantino’s FIFA Eyes a Bigger World Cup as Revenue Forecasts Soar

FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s push to expand the World Cup to 48 teams reflects a strategic bid to double the revenue of the Paris Olympics, yet critics warn that the federation’s growing power and close ties to autocratic regimes could undermine accountability.

Jun 4, 2026

The Complex Rise of Soccer in Australia

Despite historical prejudice and competition from rugby and Australian‑rules football, soccer has grown through migrant communities, with the Socceroos and Matildas forging a new identity on the world stage.

Jun 4, 2026

Local Players Gear Up for Global Showdown

Ahead of the first 48‑team tournament, local soccer players share personal connections to far‑flung footballing nations and realistic assessments of the host nation's prospects.

Jun 3, 2026

Lionel Messi Receives Princess of Asturias Award, Reinforcing His Football Legacy

Lionel Messi has been awarded the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, adding to his collection of 47 trophies and cementing his status as the 'King of Football.' The recognition comes as he prepares to help Argentina defend its World Cup crown, while speculation swirls around Jose Mourinho's potential return to Real Madrid and the emergence of Lamine Yamal as his successor.

Jun 3, 2026

MLS Sets Record with 44 Players at 2026 World Cup

Major League Soccer boasts a historic 44 players selected for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, spanning 21 clubs and 17 countries, with key stars and emerging talents set to feature in matches held in MLS venues.

Jun 2, 2026

Croatia to Host Final World Cup Warm‑up Against Belgium as Modrić Bids Farewell

Croatia will host Belgium in a World Cup 2026 warm‑up on June 2, 2026, at a venue in Rijeka, marking a rare meeting between two of the continent’s most consistent sides. Both nations arrive with top‑11 FIFA rankings, and the fixture will showcase a blend of seasoned stars and emerging talent as each nation fine‑tunes its squad for the tournament. For Croatia, the game doubles as a symbolic passing of the torch; veteran coach Zlatko Dalic will lead the team into the finals for the third straight tournament, while 40‑year‑old Luka Modrić is set to play his final World Cup appearance, ending a career that includes 196 caps for the national team. Belgium, meanwhile, is looking to replace the golden generation that dominated the 2010s. Coach Rudi Garcia has called up a host of new faces, including Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Thibaut Courtois and Axel Witsel, who are expected to feature prominently. The most recent encounter between the two sides ended in a goalless draw at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, a result that underscored Belgium’s group‑stage exit after a single win. Lukaku, who has managed only seven appearances for Napoli this season, will need the match to regain sharpness. With both teams eager to test tactics and fitness, the June 2 clash promises to be more than a friendly; it will be a final rehearsal for a tournament that will see Modrić’s swan song and Belgium’s attempt to usher in a fresh era of talent.

Jun 2, 2026

Switzerland Eyes Historic World Cup Breakthrough in 2026

A blend of seasoned veterans and emerging talent, guided by coach Murat Yakin, prepares Switzerland for a decisive campaign in Group B, hoping to end decades of early exits and reach the quarter‑finals for the first time since 1954.

Jun 2, 2026