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Andrew Giuliani’s public endorsement of Gianni Infantino highlights a high‑stakes battle over the future of world football governance, with revenue successes and political alliances shaping the contest.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup's commercial future ignited a worldwide revolt, uniting continental bodies and national federations in protest and raising questions about governance and transparency.
UEFA has intensified its pressure on FIFA, insisting that any future sale of World Cup shares be permanently withdrawn, while FIFPRO calls for structural reforms to give players a voice in governance.
A controversial proposal to sell World Cup commercial rights ignited a fierce showdown among football’s continental bodies, threatening Gianni Infantino’s bid for a fourth term.
UEFA’s 55 member nations have voted unanimously to boycott all FIFA tournaments unless the governing body abandons its plan to monetize the World Cup through private investment, a move condemned by confederations and political leaders.
UEFA and its 55 national associations have voted to boycott every FIFA‑run competition as the governing body pushes a $20 billion subsidiary to sell World Cup rights to private investors.
UEFA and its 55 member nations have voted to boycott all FIFA tournaments over plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to external investors, a move echoed by CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation and set to affect upcoming editions of the tournament.
UEFA’s unanimous decision to shun the World Cup highlights deepening rifts over FIFA’s plan to sell a stake in the competition, with Gianni Infantino’s $40 million incentive failing to quell opposition.
FIFA plans to spin off its revenue‑generating units into a $20 billion commercial arm and sell a 20 % stake to investors, prompting fierce opposition from UEFA, major European leagues and political figures.
Mexico is leveraging its home-field advantage at Estadio Azteca to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in 40 years, facing England in a crucial match.
A heat dome over the United States and Canada is raising health concerns for outdoor events, from Fourth of July festivities to the World Cup match between Paraguay and France in Philadelphia. Climate scientist Friederike Otto warns that such conditions are already reshaping daily life, while FIFA and FIFPRO grapple with safety protocols in the face of escalating temperatures.
Climate change is reshaping the conditions of the tournament, with a Paraguay‑France match under review and a heat dome pushing power grids to the brink.
Climate change is driving dangerous heat conditions that jeopardize World Cup fixtures, strain infrastructure, and prompt urgent calls for stronger safety protocols.
A heat dome across North America is pushing temperatures beyond safe limits during the World Cup, endangering players, straining power grids, and highlighting the urgent need for climate mitigation.
A heat wave forecast to reach 100‑115 °F across the eastern U.S. will test player and fan safety during the upcoming France‑Paraguay World Cup match in Philadelphia, prompting calls for stricter protocols.
A heat wave sweeping the eastern and central United States brings temperatures up to 115 °F, raising concerns about athlete safety, FIFA's heat policies and the growing impact of climate change on major sporting events.
Extreme heat from a heat dome is blanketing World Cup matches in the central and eastern United States and parts of Canada, prompting safety measures and advice for fans.
From Dallas to Seattle, every match at the 2026 World Cup will feature timed hydration pauses, a measure that could alter the rhythm of football while offering broadcasters new commercial slots.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has mandated that Lazio’s women’s team pay former player Maja Gothberg more than €69,000 for ending her contract after she disclosed a pregnancy, a decision that underscores the need to protect players’ privacy and sets a new precedent for employment rights in women’s football.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has upheld the rights of Swedish midfielder Maja Gothberg, ruling that Lazio Women unlawfully terminated her contract after learning she was pregnant, and ordered compensation while reinforcing FIFA's strengthened maternity protections.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed that Lazio Women’s termination of Maja Gothberg’s contract was unlawful, ordering compensation and reinforcing protections for pregnant athletes.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has delivered a landmark decision protecting pregnant athletes, ordering Lazio to compensate Maja Gothberg and affirming that clubs cannot terminate contracts based on pregnancy.
Swedish defender Maja Göthberg wins a landmark CAS ruling, securing over €70,000 in compensation after Lazio Women terminated talks upon learning of her pregnancy.
A Swedish court’s decision forces Lazio to honor a contract with midfielder Maja Gothberg after she revealed her pregnancy, reinforcing FIFA’s protective rules and highlighting growing advocacy for female athletes.