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SportsUEFA Sets Criteria for FIFA Presidential Challenger to Oust Gianni Infantino
UEFA has outlined its criteria for a presidential candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino, aiming to introduce new leadership at FIFA ahead of the upcoming election.
SportsEuropean Football Leaders Rally in Berlin to Formulate Strategy Against FIFA President Gianni Infantino
European football leaders are meeting in Berlin to strategize against FIFA President Gianni Infantino and find a candidate to challenge him in the upcoming election.
SportsUncovering the Forgotten History of the 1934 Palestine World Cup Team
A new documentary explores the forgotten history of the 1934 Palestine World Cup team, which consisted entirely of players from the Jewish sporting movement under the British Mandate.
SportsSwiss Football Association Drops Support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino Ahead of Election
The Swiss Football Association has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's upcoming FIFA presidential bid following controversy over private investment proposals.
SportsUEFA President Aleksander Ceferin Delivers Scathing Critique of FIFA Chief Gianni Infantino Over Shelved Commercial Plan
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin sharply criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino at a recent assembly in Copenhagen, condemning his failed commercial rights plan and accusing leadership of misusing terms like development and consultation.
SportsFIFA Accuses UEFA of 'Misinformation Campaign' Amid Escalating Governance Dispute and Presidency Race
FIFA has accused UEFA of launching a misinformation campaign and trying to influence its upcoming presidential election through a US legal challenge regarding a controversial World Cup commercial rights proposal.
SportsFIFA President Gianni Infantino Considers Member Funding as March Election Approaches Amid Mounting Opposition
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is considering distributing millions to member associations as he faces growing opposition and seeks re-election in March.
SportsMauricio Pochettino Expresses Regret Over Handling of Folarin Balogun World Cup Red Card Controversy
United States coach Mauricio Pochettino admitted regret over his limited involvement in the Folarin Balogun red card controversy, stating the incident disrupted team energy ahead of their World Cup loss to Belgium.
SportsPremier League and European Counterparts Demand FIFA Governance Overhaul Following Controversial World Cup Plan
The Premier League and leading European football leagues have demanded governance reform at FIFA following Gianni Infantino's controversial and abandoned plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.
SportsUEFA President Aleksander Ceferin Warns FIFA Trust Remains Broken After Investment Controversy
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin stated that trust in global football remains broken following the collapse of FIFA's controversial private investment plan.
SportsUEFA and CONCACAF Challenge FIFA Finances, Demanding $10m Payout for Members
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin and CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani have demanded an independent review of FIFA's record reserves and proposed a $2.1bn payout to member associations.
SportsGerman FA Vice President Hans-Joachim Watzke Demands Immediate Exit of FIFA President Gianni Infantino
German Football Association vice president Hans-Joachim Watzke has strongly demanded the departure of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, citing major controversies involving Donald Trump and opaque governance.
SportsEnglish FA Chair Debbie Hewitt Demands Transparency from FIFA President Gianni Infantino Over Aborted World Cup Sell-Off
English FA chair Debbie Hewitt has urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to release documents regarding an aborted World Cup private investment plan and the suspension of a player ban.
SportsCameroon FA President Samuel Eto'o Faces Embezzlement Allegations Over Appearance Fees
Cameroonian Football Federation President Samuel Eto'o is facing embezzlement allegations from former executives regarding redirected appearance fees. The former striker has denied all claims made against him.
SportsMorocco Prime Minister Rebukes Football Chief Over Premature 2030 World Cup Final Claim
Morocco's Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch has criticized Royal Moroccan Football Federation President Fouzi Lekjaa for prematurely claiming the 2030 World Cup final will be held in Casablanca before FIFA's official decision.
SportsFIFA Clarifies 2030 World Cup Final Location After Moroccan Football Chief's Assertion
FIFA has refuted claims by Moroccan football official Fouzi Lekjaa that Morocco has officially secured the rights to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final, stating that a final decision has not yet been made.
SportsFrench Football Federation Pulls Support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino Ahead of Election
The French Football Federation has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's upcoming re-election bid, citing a broken trust following his controversial and abandoned private investment plans.
SportsEuropean Leagues Expand Legal Battle Against FIFA Over Women's Match Calendar
The European Leagues umbrella group has expanded its legal complaint with the European Commission to include FIFA's alleged abusive conduct toward the women's football calendar in Europe.
SportsEmbattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino Confirms Plans to Run for Re-election Amid Mounting Scrutiny
Despite facing mounting criticism, legal threats from UEFA, and waning support, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed he will run for re-election in 2027.
SportsFIFA President Gianni Infantino Dodges Questions on Leadership Future Amid World Cup Sell-Off Backlash
FIFA President Gianni Infantino avoided questions regarding his future and potential re-election during an appearance in Poland, following the collapse of his controversial World Cup investment plan.
SportsFIFA Fights Back Against UEFA 'Smear Campaign' Over Blocked World Cup Investor Plan
FIFA has accused UEFA of a smear campaign after European football's governing body asked US judges to force the disclosure of documents related to a controversial World Cup investor plan.
SportsSamuel Eto'o Urges African Football Federations to Back FIFA President Gianni Infantino
Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto’o has urged African football leaders to support Gianni Infantino, highlighting the FIFA president's role in developing the continent's associations and expanding World Cup access.
SportsJoshua Kushner Regrets Involving Thrive Capital in FIFA World Cup Commercial Plan Amid Bitter Power Struggles
United States businessman Joshua Kushner has expressed regret over Thrive Capital's involvement in FIFA's controversial plan to sell World Cup commercial stakes, citing unexpected political power struggles in global football.
SportsFormer UEFA Chief Michel Platini Demands Resignation of FIFA President Gianni Infantino Amid Growing Scandals
Former UEFA president Michel Platini has called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to step down, citing rule violations, commercial overreaches, and ongoing controversies surrounding the governing body.