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Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan sparks global football civil war

Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell minority stakes in FIFA's commercial operations has triggered worldwide opposition, with critics accusing football's governing body of putting the World Cup up for sale.

Infantino tells FIFA critics to ‘pray, meditate or watch football’ after storm over 2026 World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has launched a passionate defence of the 2026 World Cup, urging critics to "pray, meditate or watch football" instead of spreading what he called "hate and false rumours."

FIFA to consider expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, confirms Gianni Infantino

Gianni Infantino has confirmed FIFA will examine expanding the men's World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament, arguing that more nations deserve the chance to compete.

South Africa mourns World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams after tragic death at 25

South African football is in mourning following the death of Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams at the age of 25, with tributes flooding in from teammates, officials and clubs.

Egypt demand FIFA axe referee after explosive Argentina World Cup controversy

Egypt have demanded FIFA remove the referee and investigate controversial VAR decisions after a dramatic World Cup defeat to Argentina sparked allegations of unfair officiating.

Jürgen Klopp blasts Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino over Folarin Balogun ban controversy

Jürgen Klopp has criticised Donald Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino after Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension was controversially overturned.

Neymar announces Brazil retirement after heartbreaking World Cup exit to Norway

Neymar has confirmed his retirement from international football after Brazil's shock World Cup defeat to Norway, ending a legendary 16-year career with the Seleção.

Donald Trump confirms FIFA call over Folarin Balogun ban as World Cup controversy deepens

Donald Trump has admitted asking FIFA to review Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension after the US striker was cleared to face Belgium.

Jürgen Klopp confirms Germany talks after Julian Nagelsmann exit: “I’m ready”

Jürgen Klopp has confirmed he is in talks with the German Football Federation over becoming Germany's next head coach following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation.

Arne Slot and Erik ten Hag emerge as favourites for Netherlands job after Ronald Koeman exit

Arne Slot and Erik ten Hag have emerged as the leading candidates to replace Ronald Koeman as Netherlands head coach after the Oranje's World Cup disappointment.

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