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- Gianni Infantino Launches 2027 FIFA Presidential Bid With Strong Support From Asia and Africa
Published: May 1, 2026
Section: Sports
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has officially announced his candidacy for a new term leading world football's governing body from 2027 to 2031. The Swiss-Italian executive has alr...
- Palestinian Soccer Chief Jibril Rajoub Refuses Handshake With Israeli Vice President During Heated FIFA Congress Session
Published: Apr 30, 2026
Section: Politics
The head of the Palestinian Football Association caused a significant stir at the FIFA Congress in Vancouver by declining a formal greeting with his Israeli counterpart. Jibril Raj...
- Gianni Infantino Confirms Iran Will Compete in United States for World Cup Despite Congress Absence
Published: Apr 30, 2026
Section: Sports
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has officially stated that the Iranian national team will participate in World Cup matches hosted in the United States despite current diplomatic fr...
- FIFA approves global consultation on mandatory homegrown youth players in club starting lineups
Published: Apr 29, 2026
Section: Sports
In a move described as a potential "football revolution," the FIFA Council has unanimously approved a global consultation process for a regulation requiring clubs to field at least...
- FIFA and IFAB Implement Direct Red Card Rule for Mouth-Covering and Field Protests Following Global Scandals
Published: Apr 29, 2026
Section: Sports
FIFA and the International Football Association Board (IFAB) have authorized emergency disciplinary amendments for the 2026 World Cup, introducing direct red cards for players who...
- FIFA Expands 2026 World Cup Prize Pool to Offset Surging Costs for National Federations
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
FIFA has reached a preliminary agreement to bolster the prize money and participation bonuses for the 2026 World Cup, responding to financial pressure from member associations. Nat...
- Bruno Fernandes Vows to "Deliver" 2026 World Cup as Ultimate Tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
Manchester United and Portugal captain Bruno Fernandes has publicly declared his goal to secure the 2026 World Cup as a final reward for Cristiano Ronaldo’s storied career. In an e...
- FIFA Considers Increasing 2026 World Cup Prizes Amid Rising Costs in North America
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
FIFA is evaluating a significant boost to the $727 million prize pool for the 2026 World Cup to assist national federations facing high operational expenses. The move follows conce...
- UEFA Issues Six-Match Suspension to Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni Following Racist Abuse of Vinícius Júnior
Published: Apr 24, 2026
Section: Sports
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has finalized a six-match disciplinary penalty against Benfica midfielder Gianluca Prestianni for discriminatory behavior during...
- Global Injury Epidemic Threatens 2026 World Cup as Elite Stars Face Race Against Time
Published: Apr 23, 2026
Section: Sports
A devastating surge in high-level injuries across the 2025-2026 season has left the upcoming FIFA World Cup in North America facing a significant talent vacuum. With confirmed abse...
- Trump Envoy Paolo Zampolli Formally Requests FIFA Replace Iran with Italy for 2026 World Cup
Published: Apr 23, 2026
Section: US & Canada
U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli has proposed that FIFA disqualify Iran from the upcoming World Cup and award their slot to Italy. The suggestion follows Italy's recent qualifying...
- Alireza Beiranvand Vows to ‘Make History’ as Iran Finalizes 2026 World Cup Preparations Amid Geopolitical Tension
Published: Apr 23, 2026
Section: Sports
Iranian national team goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand declared that "Team Melli" is focused on achieving a historic breakthrough at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to reach the knock...