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FOUND: 5 - What They Never Told You

Concacaf issues verdict on Fifa plans to sell stake in the World Cup

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The Independent UK

Can anyone really stop FIFA's 'all-powerful' leader, Gianni Infantino?

As Gianni Infantino's plan to sell off stakes in FIFA competitions sparks outrage, Graeme McGarry speaks to an expert who fears no one can stop…

The National (Scotland)

Infantino defends FIFA investment plan amid mounting backlash

FIFA President Gianni Infantino insisted member associations would not be forced to back the proposed commercial spin-off, as criticism from UEFA, CONCACAF, the Asian Football Confederation and European officials intensified.

France 24

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Uefa calls emergency meeting as opposition to Fifa plan hardens

Uefa’s 55 members will meet on Thursday afternoon to discuss a coordinated response to Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell off a stake in the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

FIFA's plan to sell World Cup to private investors met with shock and anger by the world of football

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has written to all 211 member associations, offering each $40 million (€35 million) if they back his controversial plan to sell stakes in the governing body's major competitions.

Euronews

FIFA's Infantino sets deadline for $20M offer to members in Kushner-backed World Cup investor plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has set a Sept. 19 deadline for the 211 member federations to accept a $20 million offer to each in his controversial plan to sell stakes in a subsidiary running the World Cup

The Independent UK

FA 'deeply concerned' by FIFA investment plans as UEFA 'consider World Cup boycott'

Football Association say they were “completely unaware” of controversial proposal to sell stakes in major FIFA competitions

Evening Standard

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Concacaf and AFC stunned by Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell off World Cup to investors

The governing bodies for North America and Asian are ‘deeply concerned’ by Fifa’s plan to sell lucrative stakes in its tournaments

The Independent UK

Uefa accuses Fifa of ‘enriching themselves and their friends’ over World Cup sell-off

The Football Association has joined Uefa in condemning Fifa’s plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors

The Guardian - UK

2030 World Cup: Host, Locations and Format

The 2030 World Cup will be a landmark occasion for many reasons, from celebrating the tournament’s 100-year history to creating a format that breaks new ground.

Sports Illustrated

Concacaf whistleblower Mel Brennan: ‘Fifa survived Blatter and Warner. It will survive Infantino too’

Former Concacaf executive and whistleblower Mel Brennan says football’s governance remains opaque despite the post-2015 promises of reform

The Guardian - US

What would a 64-team World Cup look like?

Infantino has opened the door to another World Cup expansion, with Fifa vice president Alejandro Dominguez in favour of it as early as the 2030 edition - but what would a 64-team tournament actually look like?

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino hints at expanding World Cup again to 64 teams

Infantino confirmed Fifa will discuss the possibility of a 64-team World Cup after this summer’s tournament

The Independent UK

What the USMNT, Mexico and Canada Can Look Ahead to Before 2030 World Cup

The next three years bring plenty of competitions for each of the 2026 World Cup co-hosts.

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The Guardian - US

Time marches on: what the next three years will bring for the USMNT

After a fun World Cup with a dismal end, the US enters the 2030 cycle with numerous avenues to rebuild the squad

Sports Illustrated

What Does Mexico’s Future Look Like Under New Manager Rafael Marquez?

The Rafael Márquez era in Mexico’s dugout has officially started.

Evening Standard

When was the last time Mexico lost at the Estadio Azteca?

All you need to know about the high-altitude World Cup venue as England visit, including height above sea level

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026, Round of 32 results: Who won yesterday's matches? Canada, Brazil and Paraguay reach last 16; Germany crash out

The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage kicked off with Canada making history by securing their first-ever knockout win against South Africa. Brazil narrowly defeated Japan with a last-gasp goal, while Paraguay delivered a stunning upset, eliminating four-time champions Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout. These thrilling Round of 32…

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The Guardian - US

How Victor Montagliani rose to the Fifa elite despite past controversies

The Concacaf president has done much to bring the World Cup to North America, and could be the man to succeed Gianni Infantino

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Davies hits 1000-player mark as Canada registers a historic win over Bafana Bafana in R32

Canada secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage, with Stephen Eustaquio scoring a dramatic stoppage-time winner. This marks Canada's first-ever knockout stage win, making them the first Concacaf nation to advance since 2014. The match also saw Alphonso Davies become the 1,000th…

Sports Lens

Panama vs England World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

England head to MetLife Stadium as -550 favorites against a scoreless Panama side. Our Panama vs England World Cup 2026 predictions back Tuchel's men to clinch Group L.

FourFourTwo

Who is the referee for England vs Ghana?

Who's in charge as Group L continues with England looking for two wins from two?

FourFourTwo

How the USA could host the 2038 World Cup – with Fiji and New Zealand

The World Cup is now so big that only a handful of nations could host it alone, leading to ever-more weird and wonderful co-hosting bids

Sports Lens

Curacao vs Cote d'Ivoire Predictions: World Cup 2026 Group E

Cote d'Ivoire enter as heavy favorites at Lincoln Financial Field, conceding zero goals across six qualifiers. Our pick and best odds inside.

The Guardian - US

Marsch bullish before Qatar match as Canada prepare to welcome back Alphonso Davies

Canada are set to name a stronger line up as they prepare for their crucial group match in Vancouver

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