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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has abandoned a divisive plan to sell 20% stakes in World Cup operations to private investors after fierce opposition from regional confederations, leaving his re-election prospects uncertain.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces mounting pressure as the Asian Football Confederation rejects his plan to privatise the World Cup, joining UEFA and CONCACAF in opposition. The move threatens Infantino's leadership and raises governance concerns across global football.
UEFA and its 55 member nations have voted to boycott all FIFA tournaments in protest against plans to privatize the World Cup through private investment, with football bodies worldwide citing a lack of transparency and proper consultation.
FIFA has appointed a disciplinary prosecutor to investigate a post-match brawl that broke out after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the World Cup final, with tensions boiling over at the final whistle.
U.S. President Donald Trump will present the trophy at Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, days after confirming he requested FIFA review a red card. His involvement has intensified scrutiny over political influence in global sports governance.
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Dutch referee Rob Dieperink has died aged 38, two months after being dropped from the 2026 World Cup officials panel following a police case in Britain that was subsequently dismissed.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has shattered the all-time attendance record, drawing 3.6 million spectators and surpassing the 1994 benchmark. With nearly half the tournament remaining, total attendance could nearly double the previous record.
The Football Association of Malaysia has begun a four-day FIFA Capacity-Building For Administrators 2026 programme aimed at strengthening management and administrative structures in women's football.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited the national football team's locker room to celebrate their historic first World Cup finals victory, commending the squad's character and resilience after a player suffered a serious injury.
Iran's national football team manager has alleged that authorities ordered the squad to leave Los Angeles immediately after their World Cup opener against New Zealand, describing them as the tournament's most restricted side.