UNBELIEVABLE: World cups - Caught on Camera

Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal’s national team, in photos

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced he is retiring from Portugal’s national team, ending an international career that has spanned six World Cups and included a European title and the men’s all-time international scoring record. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The Independent UK · Nov 5

FIFA opens bidding for 2030 and 2034 World Cup media rights covering US and Puerto Rico

FIFA has commenced the bidding process for US media rights to the upcoming 2030 and 2034 World Cups. The bidding deadline is set for November 19, aiming to attract innovative broadcasting proposals. FIFA is also evaluating the future of hydration breaks introduced during the last World Cup due to their…

The Economic Times · Oct 23

Lionel Messi’s 21 years with Argentina: The numbers behind his international career

Lionel Messi concluded his international career with Argentina following a 3-0 victory over Benin. He played for the national team for over two decades, participating in six World Cups. Throughout his tenure, Messi scored 126 international goals, greatly surpassing the previous record held by Gabriel Batistuta. His final match came…

The Economic Times · Oct 8

UEFA says boycott of World Cups stands despite FIFA backdown on private investment

PARIS (FRANCE) - European football's governing body UEFA said they would maintain their boycott of the men's and women's World Cups on Thursday despite FIFA withdrawing the plan to open up their competitions to private investment.

Bangkok Post · Aug 6

Gianni Infantino: Will FIFA President Leave After Failed World Cup Plans?

Gianni Infantino is now facing unprecedented pressure after his failed plans to sell shares in future FIFA World Cups

Sports Illustrated · Aug 1

European nations have won more than half of all World Cups. Now they're threatening to boycott the next one

UEFA nations have won 13 of 23 World Cups, but they're threatening a walkout after the sport's most profitable tournament yet.

Fortune · Jul 31

FIFA Breaks Silence After Global Backlash Over Gianni Infantino's World Cup Sell off Plan

FIFA defends its proposal for a new commercial entity amid backlash from global football associations, with European nations threatening to boycott future World Cups if the plan proceeds.

International Business Times UK · Jul 31

UEFA announces boycott of future FIFA World Cups over investment plan

UEFA says the World Cup "cannot be treated as an investment product" and has threatened to pull its national teams from FIFA competitions unless the proposal is permanently withdrawn.

Euronews · Jul 30

World game at war: why some European nations have threatened a World Cup boycott

A little over a week since the 2026 men’s World Cup final, world soccer appears on the brink of war.

The Conversation · Jul 30

Premier League referee Anthony Taylor announces retirement after 20-year career

Taylor officiated at four major tournaments – the 2022 and 2026 World Cups and 2020 and 2024 European Championships

The Independent UK · Jul 21