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Saudi Arabia’s football federation has publicly endorsed FIFA President Gianni Infantino, praising his willingness to acknowledge mistakes and abandon a disputed $20 billion commercial project, while urging direct dialogue to heal divisions within world football.
Gianni Infantino attended an Under‑14 soccer event in Punta Cana despite a request from FIFA vice‑president Victor Montagliani, igniting criticism over his controversial proposals and governance style.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino attended an Under‑14 tournament in Punta Cana despite a request to stay away, igniting a firestorm over his plan to sell future World Cup profits and his push for re‑election.
Norway's soccer federation has called for the immediate resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, citing a complete erosion of trust after his failed attempt to sell World Cup revenues through a subsidiary. The move has sparked a broader revolt among European football associations.
The Norwegian federation will file a formal complaint with FIFA’s ethics committee, urging extraordinary measures to end what it calls a crisis of leadership at world football’s governing body.
Norway’s football federation has called for Gianni Infantino to resign, citing a total loss of confidence, while UEFA and the English FA have withdrawn their backing and signaled plans to file further complaints.
European soccer’s elite have turned up the heat on FIFA president Gianni Infantino, demanding sweeping governance reforms after his ill‑fated attempt to sell World Cup stakes.
European soccer leagues demand governance reforms as FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell World Cup stakes and expand the tournament faces fierce criticism, resignations, and threats of a boycott.
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.
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.
FIFA’s proposal to sell a 20% stake in future World Cup profits to private investors, including a firm linked to Donald Trump’s family, was abandoned after a wave of opposition from European federations, senior officials and fan groups.
Khyah Harper transitions from Gotham FC to the Houston Dash, reflecting on championship triumphs and looking ahead to new challenges.
The 2026 WAFCON opens in Morocco with 16 teams competing for continental glory and World Cup qualification.
The 2030 FIFA World Cup will be staged across six countries, uniting Uruguay, Argentina, Paraguay, Spain, Portugal and Morocco in a historic celebration of the tournament’s 100th anniversary.
Senegal’s legal challenge, set for 8 October, seeks to overturn Morocco’s Africa Cup of Nations victory after a disputed penalty incident, with the case to be heard behind closed doors at sport’s highest tribunal.
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, delayed to July 2025, will feature 16 teams battling for continental bragging rights, a doubled prize purse and a spot at the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.
CAF president Patrice Motsepe credits strategic investments in youth, coaching and infrastructure for Africa’s historic World Cup performances, from Morocco’s semi‑final run to Cape Verde’s surprise advance.
Michel Kuka Mboladinga, known as ‘Lumumba Vea’, will support the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup in Mexico after a drawn opening match and a weeks‑long delay caused by Ebola restrictions.
A Scotland kit giveaway during a Rangers‑Red Sox game turned Boston’s Fenway Park into a vibrant cultural crossroads, illustrating how international sports events can fuse fan traditions and create unforgettable moments.
World Cup referee Omar Artan was turned away at the U.S. border over vague vetting concerns, prompting a warm homecoming in Somalia and raising questions about the host nation’s ability to manage the tournament.
Omar Artan, Africa's best male referee in 2025, was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, yet returned to Mogadishu to a jubilant reception and global acclaim.
Omar Artan, Africa’s best male referee, was barred from entering the United States for the World Cup amid vetting concerns, yet returned to a jubilant welcome in Mogadishu. His story underscores perseverance, global diplomatic tension, and the symbolic weight of sport.