CONCACAF rejects FIFA World Cup Stake sale proposal

The regional bloc for North America, Central America and the Caribbean said its membership expressed "deep concerns" about the lack of due process surrounding the proposal
31 July 2026

UEFA nations vote unanimously to boycott World Cup over FIFA stake sale plans

UEFA's member associations have unanimously voted to boycott the World Cup and other FIFA competitions in protest at FIFA's plan to sell stakes to external investors in a subsidiary that will run the global governing body's tournaments.
30 July 2026

Neymar, Casemiro, Danilo not in Brazil's plans as Ancelotti turns to next generation

Neymar, Casemiro and Danilo will no longer be in Brazil's plans as they look to build a younger squad for the 2028 Copa America, coach Carlo Ancelotti told Brazilian broadcaster ge.
30 July 2026

FIFA plans could win support from smaller nations due to cash boost, expert says

FIFA's controversial proposals to sell stakes in its major competitions could win support from smaller nations attracted by a major funding boost, according to a football finance expert.
30 July 2026

FIFA proposal 'an opportunity, not an obligation', says Infantino

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that the proposed launch of a private subsidiary to exploit the commercial benefits of the World Cup was "an opportunity but not an obligation".
30 July 2026

Mancini wants to make Italy great again

He said he was conscious he needed to win back fans' hearts after his surprise decision to leave in 2023 for a Saudi Arabia coaching job, just days after being given additional responsibilities for the Italian Under 21 and Under 20 teams.
30 July 2026

Pique hails Messi-Ronaldo rivalry as an 'incredible battle' between different styles

Their contrasting styles helped define one of football's greatest rivalries, with both players setting new standards over nearly two decades while inspiring discussions over different paths to greatness.
30 July 2026

How world football is governed: FIFA, UEFA and the balance of power

While FIFA is the sport's global governing body, much of football's commercial strength lies elsewhere -- particularly in Europe, where UEFA controls many of the game's most valuable competitions. Here's how the sport is organised.
30 July 2026

Messi returns to Miami training 10 days after World Cup final loss

Since the 1-0 defeat by Spain in the July 19 final in New Jersey, Messi has spent time with his family in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina.
30 July 2026

BFL needs a structural reset

If Bangladesh is serious about competing beyond South Asia, the transformation must begin at home.
30 July 2026

FIFA opens disciplinary case over Argentina Falklands banner

Disciplinary proceedings were also opened against several players after the final in New Jersey where Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra-time.
30 July 2026

BFF to discuss FIFA’s Forward Enterprise proposal

Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) president Tabith Awal on Wednesday confirmed that FIFA has formally communicated a proposal under which member associations could receive up to $40 million if they back a plan to sell stakes in the governing body's major competitions, including the FIFA World Cup.
29 July 2026

What is FIFA's private investment plan, and why it has sparked a global outrage

Critics fear it could erode transparency, weaken governance and place commercial interests ahead of the game's long-term integrity.
29 July 2026

'My time has passed': Neymar doubles down on Brazil retirement

Neymar appeared to confirm his retirement from international soccer, saying he no longer wanted to play for Brazil, weeks after suggesting his international career had ended following their World Cup last-16 loss to Norway.
29 July 2026

FIFA issues deadline to members over plan to sell $4 bn stake

FIFA has told member associations they will each receive $40 million if they back a plan to sell stakes in major competitions -- but they must sign up by September 19.
29 July 2026

'Hands off our game': FIFA's plans to sell $4.2bn stake in its tournaments widely criticised

World football's governing body said Tuesday it would retain a majority share in FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) but hoped to raise $4.2 billion later this year by "carefully selecting long-term investors who will purchase minority, non-controlling interests".
29 July 2026

Brazil, Mexico and US Democrats financed anti-Argentina campaign, alleges Milei

Argentine President Javier Milei has alleged that the governments of Brazil and Mexico, along with the US Democratic Party, helped finance an "anti-Argentina" campaign following the country's World Cup final defeat to Spain.
29 July 2026

FIFA defends VAR decision in Argentina-Switzerland World Cup match, signals rule clarification

According to FIFA, a player should not face disciplinary consequences because of an opponent's simulation.
29 July 2026

'I don't want a team that plays like Argentina': Rudi Voeller criticises Albiceleste's style

Voeller has a long history with Argentina, having scored in West Germany's 3-2 defeat to the Albiceleste in the 1986 World Cup final before gaining revenge four years later, when the Germans beat Argentina 1-0 to lift the trophy.
29 July 2026

Diaz and Olise set to stay at Bayern, says CEO

Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said Tuesday it would be "foolish" to let Luis Diaz leave while confirming Michael Olise would stay with the Bundesliga champions next season.
29 July 2026