Qatar’s President Challenges AFC Over Infantino Criticism
Qatar’s football chief writes to AFC leadership, questioning the lack of consultation behind a public attack on FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.
Aug 14, 2026
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Qatar’s Football Body Rebuffs AFC Over Infantino Criticism
Qatar’s football association challenges the Asian Football Confederation after an open letter criticizing FIFA chief Gianni Infantino was issued without prior consultation.
Aug 14, 2026
Fouzi Lekjaa’s Political Leap: From Budget Ministry to Football Governance and the 2030 World Cup Agenda
As Morocco prepares for parliamentary elections on September 23, minister delegate Fouzi Lekjaa, who also heads the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, has joined the Authenticity and Modernity Party, bringing his administrative record and the nation’s 2022 World Cup triumph into the political arena.
Aug 11, 2026
Fouzi Lekjaa’s political debut reshapes Morocco’s election narrative
As Morocco prepares for parliamentary elections, the entry of high‑profile technocrat Fouzi Lekjaa into the Authenticity and Modernity Party highlights a shift toward competence‑driven politics.
Aug 10, 2026
Norway Calls for Gianni Infantino’s Resignation Amid FIFA Forward Enterprise Controversy
Norway’s football federation calls for Gianni Infantino’s resignation as criticism mounts over FIFA’s World Cup profit scheme and ethical lapses.
Aug 8, 2026
African Football Leaders Back Infantino Amid Election Pressure
African football leaders rally behind FIFA chief Gianni Infantino as he abandons a revenue‑sharing plan ahead of the March election.
Aug 4, 2026
African football leaders rally behind Infantino
A coalition of African football administrators has publicly backed Gianni Infantino’s bid for re‑election, citing his commitment to continental development and financial stability.
Aug 4, 2026
African football leaders rally behind FIFA chief Gianni Infantino ahead of March election
Key African football administrators have voiced public backing for Gianni Infantino as he seeks re‑election, while the Confederation of African Football maintains a neutral but supportive stance.
Aug 4, 2026
African Backing Fuels Infantino’s Campaign
Gianni Infantino is rallying African football leaders ahead of the March election, having dropped a disputed World Cup revenue proposal while securing public support from key continental figures.
Aug 4, 2026
FIFA Abandons World Cup Private Investment Plan Amid Global Backlash
After intense opposition from member associations, FIFA has scrapped its proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, prompting calls for greater transparency and a re‑imagined governance model.
Aug 1, 2026
Spain, Portugal, and Morocco Vie for 2030 World Cup Glory
A joint Iberian‑North African bid is reshaping the 2030 World Cup, with historic venues and massive investments competing for the final’s spotlight.
Jul 23, 2026
Morocco’s Diaspora‑Born Stars Power World Cup Ambitions
Morocco's World Cup squad blends home‑grown talent with 19 players raised abroad, a result of a deliberate scouting program that began in 2014 and continues to shape the nation's football identity.
Jul 9, 2026