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FIFA chief’s private investment plan sparks global backlash

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to raise $4.2 billion by selling stakes in future World Cup revenues has ignited a firestorm, drawing condemnation from UEFA, resignations of senior officials and raising questions about the sport's governance.

Jul 31, 2026

FIFA’s $20 Billion Forward Enterprise Sparks Global Controversy

FIFA president Gianni Infantino's proposal to create a $20 billion company to oversee the World Cup and other competitions has drawn sharp criticism from UEFA, which warns that the soul of the sport cannot be sold. The plan, involving private investors including the Kushner family, aims to raise an initial $4.2 billion and could reshape football's commercial landscape.

Jul 28, 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

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

Congo’s Leopards Make Historic World Cup Breakthrough

The Democratic Republic of the Congo's football team has qualified for the World Cup knockout phase after 52 years, uniting a nation across political and ethnic divides, while diaspora supporters and visa restrictions shape the story.

Jun 30, 2026

Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers clinch Basketball Africa League title as investors eye $50m boost

Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers have captured the Basketball Africa League championship, completing a record‑breaking season that has already turned heads across the continent. The triumph comes as basketball’s popularity in Africa continues its steep climb since the NBA‑backed league was launched in 2019. Matches have attracted record crowds, while social media metrics now tally over 1.1 billion views, underscoring a new wave of fan engagement. Recognising the commercial potential, investors are preparing to inject $50 million into Helios Sports and Entertainment, a move that could reshape the continent’s sports ecosystem. The funding, championed by the International Finance Corporation and Proparco, aims to accelerate development of infrastructure and youth programmes. Côte d’Ivoire’s minister of state has described sport as a strategic industry for African youth, a sentiment echoed by industry leaders who see basketball as a catalyst for economic and social growth. With the championship spotlighting the continent’s talent, the upcoming investment is expected to spur further expansion of leagues, sponsorships and grassroots initiatives, positioning African basketball as a key growth frontier for the next generation.

Jun 3, 2026