Real Madrid Host Inter Milan in Opening Clash of 2025/26 UEFA Champions League
Real Madrid and Inter Milan meet at the Bernabeu on September 8, 2026, kicking off the league phase of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League.
Sep 8, 2026
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Serbian Football Fans Honor Convicted War Criminal Ratko Mladic Amid UEFA Crackdown
The tribute to Ratko Mladic by Serbian football supporters has sparked criticism over the persistence of nationalist extremism in the sport.
Sep 7, 2026
UEFA Opens Disciplinary Probe into Crvena Zvezda Over Mladic Glorification Banners
European football’s governing body has launched an investigation into Crvena Zvezda following the display of banners that celebrated Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb commander convicted of genocide. The incident, which also saw chants of Mladic’s name, has sparked condemnation from the Srebrenica Memorial Center and raised questions about the club’s future in European competition.
Aug 28, 2026
UEFA Accuses FIFA President Gianni Infantino of Fraud in $4.2 Billion Deal
UEFA has escalated legal action against FIFA president Gianni Infantino over a disputed $4.2 billion transaction involving FIFA Forward Enterprises, alleging fraud, lack of competitive bidding and self‑enrichment. The controversy has triggered resignations demands from major confederations and raised questions about Infantino’s bid for a third term.
Aug 27, 2026
UEFA’s Governance Crisis Looms Over Champions League Draw in Monaco
With Gianni Infantino absent and his future uncertain, UEFA’s member federations gather in Monaco to discuss a controversial revenue‑sharing proposal, while speculation swirls around Paris Saint‑Germain’s Nasser al‑Khelaïfi as a possible successor.
Aug 27, 2026
UEFA Opens Criminal Probe into FIFA Chief Gianni Infantino Over $4.2 Billion World Cup Deal
An investigation into a disputed $4.2 billion transaction involving FIFA’s commercial subsidiary has led UEFA to prepare a criminal complaint against Gianni Infantino, raising questions about governance and potential fraud.
Aug 27, 2026
UEFA Champions League 2026‑27 League Phase Draw Set for August 27 in Monaco
The 2026‑27 UEFA Champions League league phase draw will take place on August 27 in Monaco, featuring 36 teams, new format rules, and global broadcast options.
Aug 27, 2026
Champions League Draw Set for Monaco Amid Governance Turmoil
The draw in Monaco will showcase debutant clubs, a multi‑billion euro prize pool and the looming leadership battle over Gianni Infantino’s future.
Aug 27, 2026
UEFA Ends Boycott Threat as FIFA World Cup Investor Plan Stalled
After a global backlash, UEFA has dropped its threat to boycott FIFA competitions and will now focus on the upcoming tournament in Poland.
Aug 26, 2026
FIFA President Gianni Infantino Faces Growing Rejection Over Governance Crisis
A coalition of European federations has withdrawn confidence in Gianni Infantino, while his proposed $4.2 billion stake sale to private investors has collapsed, casting doubt on his bid for a fourth term.
Aug 23, 2026
FIFA President Gianni Infantino Faces Withdrawal of Support Ahead of Congress
A coalition of national federations has withdrawn confidence in Gianni Infantino’s leadership, jeopardising his re‑election bid and raising questions over a stalled private‑investment plan for the World Cup.
Aug 23, 2026
Nordic Soccer Associations Rebuke FIFA President Gianni Infantino Over Governance Concerns
A joint statement from the Nordic nations signals losing confidence in Gianni Infantino, urging transparency and an external investigation into the proposed sale of World Cup profits.
Aug 23, 2026
Nordic Soccer Bodies Reject FIFA Leadership Amid Governance Crisis
A coalition of Nordic football federations has publicly withdrawn confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino, urging sweeping reforms to safeguard the sport’s integrity.
Aug 23, 2026
Nordic football bodies challenge FIFA’s governance
Six Nordic national soccer associations have jointly expressed loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino, urging safeguards against private ownership and an independent review of FIFA's governance framework.
Aug 23, 2026
FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s Controversial Return to Caribbean Youth Football
FIFA president Gianni Infantino attended an Under‑14 tournament in the Dominican Republic after being asked to stay out of the public eye, sparking a fresh wave of controversy over FIFA’s financial proposals and leadership challenges.
Aug 23, 2026
Serbia, Sweden, and Wales Pull Back Support for Gianni Infantino Amid FIFA Crisis
Three national soccer federations have withdrawn their backing for Gianni Infantino, citing governance failures, as his proposed $4.2 billion World Cup stake sale collapses and his outreach to Donald Trump proves futile.
Aug 23, 2026
FIFA chief Infantino’s Dominican Republic trip sparks governance clash
FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended a Caribbean Football Union gathering in Punta Cana despite a warning from regional chief Victor Montagliani, a move that intensified debates over the FIFA Forward Enterprise and upcoming global tournaments.
Aug 22, 2026
FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s Caribbean Tournament Appearance Sparks Fresh Controversy
Gianni Infantino attended a youth tournament in Punta Cana against explicit advice, as criticism mounts over his leadership, the withdrawn Forward Enterprise proposal and upcoming re‑election plans.
Aug 22, 2026
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino’s surprise appearance at Caribbean youth tournament sparks backlash
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.
Aug 22, 2026
Gianni Infantino Ignores CONCACAF Request, Attends Caribbean Youth Soccer Event
FIFA president Gianni Infantino traveled to Punta Cana for an Under‑14 tournament despite a direct appeal from CONCACAF chief Victor Montagliani, highlighting the deepening rift over his proposed overhaul of world football’s finances.
Aug 22, 2026
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino faces mounting pressure over controversial profit‑splitting plan
FIFA president Gianni Infantino attended a Caribbean youth tournament despite objections, as critics accuse him of scheming to monetize World Cup revenues and secure a fourth term.
Aug 22, 2026
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino’s controversial World Cup profit plan draws backlash at Caribbean youth event
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.
Aug 22, 2026
Infantino’s Controversial Return to the Spotlight
FIFA president Gianni Infantino appeared at a Caribbean youth soccer event despite a request to stay away, as pressure mounts over his proposed sale of World Cup revenues and the future of his presidency.
Aug 22, 2026
Gianni Infantino’s Hair‑Joke Deflection Amid FIFA Crisis
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino brushed off a question about his refusal to resign with a quip about hairdressers, even as pressure mounts from UEFA, AFC, Concacaf and the United States over reforms, alleged political interference and a controversial red‑card decision.
Aug 22, 2026