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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.
A recent FIFA decision to delay a red‑card suspension for striker Folarin Balogun has ignited criticism over political interference, player morale, and the governing body’s ambitious plans for the upcoming World Cup.
A flurry of high‑profile transfer links dominates the early weeks of the window, with Arsenal chasing Chelsea’s Pedro Neto and Club Brugge’s Joaquin Seys, while Real Madrid hunt a creative midfielder and Barcelona eyes a Manchester City stalwart.
Norway’s football federation calls for Gianni Infantino’s resignation as criticism mounts over FIFA’s World Cup profit scheme and ethical lapses.
Norway's soccer federation has demanded Gianni Infantino step down, citing loss of trust and escalating opposition from UEFA and the English FA, while Mexico backs the FIFA president.
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 governing body has formally demanded the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, citing irreparable damage to his credibility after a disputed plan to monetize World Cup revenues sparked threats of a UEFA boycott and the withdrawal of English FA support.
Mauricio Pochettino has committed to a four‑year contract that stretches to the 2030 World Cup, outlining a strategy that blends emerging talent with seasoned stars while targeting silverware.
Women leaders in football confront FIFA president Gianni Infantino, demanding accountability over private ventures and gender equity
Women leaders in football governance are challenging FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s authority, citing his controversial private‑equity venture and calling for greater gender equity and transparent leadership.
A secret partnership, a controversial commercial plan, and a cascade of political ties have toppled Gianni Infantino's bid for re‑election at FIFA, exposing deep‑rooted corruption and raising questions about the future of international football.
U.S. Soccer’s choice to retain Mauricio Pochettino through the 2030 World Cup raises questions about sporting merit, donor influence, and the future direction of American soccer.
Mauricio Pochettino has signed a four‑year contract to coach the United States men’s national team, bringing a distinguished European pedigree and a clear vision for youth development, while acknowledging uncertainties about his own future and the challenges that lie ahead.
A controversial proposal to sell a 20 percent stake in a new entity overseeing FIFA competitions has sparked criticism from European and North American football bodies, led to the resignation of Infantino’s senior adviser, and raised questions about the federation’s leadership ahead of the 2025 re‑election.
Former FIFA vice‑president Jim Boyce denounced the governing body's proposal to sell a 20% share of its competition portfolio, urging leaders to prioritize supporters over profit.
Former FIFA vice‑president Jim Boyce has denounced Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, citing concerns over commercialisation, ticket prices and governance.
A wave of criticism from within football’s governing bodies and regional confederations challenges FIFA’s plan to monetize a share of World Cup revenues, raising questions about credibility, ticket pricing and VAR decisions.
Former FIFA vice‑president Jim Boyce denounced Gianni Infantino’s plan to offload a 20 % stake in FIFA’s commercial portfolio for $4.2 billion, calling the move ludicrous and damaging to football’s integrity. The proposal has triggered threats of boycott from UEFA, resignations, and questions about leadership ahead of the 2025 re‑election in Morocco.
A controversial proposal to privatize parts of FIFA, including the World Cup, has ignited a crisis that threatens the organization's leadership and could reshape global football governance.
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino’s plan to commercialise the World Cup collapsed after a coordinated revolt from UEFA and other confederations, exposing deep fractures in football’s governance
FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s attempt to monetize the World Cup by selling a 20% stake to private investors was abandoned after UEFA and other confederations threatened a boycott, leading to resignations and a political fallout that jeopardizes his re‑election.
A private‑equity plan to sell a 20% stake in World Cup revenues collapsed after UEFA threatened a boycott, senior advisers quit, and political ties were exposed, jeopardizing Gianni Infantino’s re‑election prospects.
A secret plan to offload a 20 % stake in the World Cup to private investors unraveled within weeks, triggering resignations, public denunciations and a crisis of confidence that now threatens Gianni Infantino’s grip on football’s world governing body.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a controversial plan to spin off a $20 billion commercial entity after Europe’s football bodies threatened to boycott FIFA competitions, citing concerns over commercialization and political entanglements.