Ronaldo tells fashion magazine this year could be his last as a professional footballer The Portuguese legend has scored 976 goals for club and country in a senior career that has lasted more than 20 years. Euronews · Aug 16
President Donald Trump Ally Puts ‘Jealous’ Gianni Infantino Critics on Blast The FIFA president is in desperate need of public support amid his latest controversy. Sports Illustrated · Aug 15
Women’s U20 World Cup boycott may hurt in short term but can send Fifa a vital message Women’s football has much to gain from the kind of reforms that threats to snub upcoming tournaments might prompt. Infantino should be taken on The Guardian - UK · Aug 15
SFA warned taking on ‘vengeful’ FIFA president could cost Scottish football millions The SFA have been warned that falling foul of "vengeful" UEFA president Gianni Infantino could end up costing Scottish football millions… The National (Scotland) · Aug 15
Europe’s top clubs threatened Club World Cup boycott before Fifa plan collapsed Europe’s leading clubs threatened not to participate in future Club World Cups unless Gianni Infantino withdrew his Fifa Forward Enterprise scheme, issuing their ultimatum hours before the plan was scrapped The Guardian - UK · Aug 14
Trump ally claims Infantino has taken Fifa to a ‘whole new level’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 14
Gianni Infantino’s ‘jealous’ critics need to ‘get their head examined’, claims Donald Trump ally Under-fire Infantino continues to lose global support over his aborted plan to sell off a stake in the World Cup to private investors The Independent UK · Aug 14
Continental clash: where world football stands on Fifa and Infantino – explained With Oceania praising Fifa on Friday, all six confederations have finally had their say on the fallout from the World Cup sell-off plan The Guardian - UK · Aug 14
New Zealand withdraws support for beleaguered FIFA chief Gianni Infantino The Oceania Football Confederation issued its own statement on Friday, welcoming FIFA's decision to ditch the FFE investment proposal and signalling its support for Infantino. Euronews · Aug 14
Infantino suffers another blow as World Cup nation withdraws support for Fifa boss IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 14
FIFA crisis timeline: From World Cup final to global standoff FIFA president Gianni Infantino proposed selling a stake in World Cup future which sparked global revolt. Regional confederations like UEFA and CONCACAF criticized the move, calling it unacceptable. Infantino later scrapped the plan after facing widespread opposition and criticism from football bodies. Several nations withdrew support for Infantino's leadership following… The Economic Times · Aug 14
Arsenal in talks over Quansah; transfer news; Giuliani slams Infantino’s critics: football – as it happened All latest from the football world, including a look ahead to the EFL season, transfer deals and some huge news at Liverpool The Guardian - UK · Aug 14
New Zealand breaks rank with Oceania to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino New Zealand’s federation joins the likes of England, Wales and the Republic of Ireland in pulling support The Independent UK · Aug 14
Oceania declares support for Infantino in boost for Fifa president but New Zealand breaks ranks The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) has declared its support for Gianni Infantino in a development that further highlights world football’s civil war The Guardian - UK · Aug 14
The Conversation · Aug 13 The FIFA World Cup should belong to fans, not super-rich investors FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently cancelled plans to sell a 20 per cent stake in a company that would run the association’s tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors.
The Economic Times · Aug 13 'This was my World Cup' says Somali ref after UEFA Super Cup Somali referee Omar Artan officiated the UEFA Super Cup after missing the World Cup. He was denied entry to the United States due to alleged terrorist ties. UEFA offered him the Super Cup match after the Miami incident. Artan expressed gratitude to UEFA and the Confederation of African Football. This…
The Guardian - US · Aug 13 The Lakers have become a poker chip for some of the most powerful men in America One of the most famous teams in the world is about to change hands for the second time in less than a year for more than $12bn. Will anyone push back?
FourFourTwo · Aug 13 'He's on a mission' Vincent Kompany tipped to replace Gianni Infantino as FIFA president Infantino has become an unpopular leader in football and Alderweireld has put forward a surprise alternative
The National (Scotland) · Aug 13 African football boss says only an election can decide Gianni Infantino’s future African football boss Motsepe says the position of embattled president Gianni Infantino can only be decided by FIFA elections.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13 Gianni Infantino Responds to World Cup Hosts Funding Controversy With Unpopular Message Cracks have emerged in one of Infantino’s strongest support bases.
The Independent UK · Aug 13 Ireland joins England and Wales in withdrawing support for Infantino’s re-election IN FULL
Evening Standard · Aug 13 Can Brian Madjo play for England? Situation explained after Luxembourg caps Aston Villa’s 17-year-old striking sensation is also eligible for Cameroon
The Independent UK · Aug 13 Republic of Ireland FA withdraws support for Gianni Infantino as Fifa crisis rages on The Football Association of Ireland are yet to be joined by neighbours Northern Ireland in pulling their endorsement
The Economic Times · Aug 13 India pull out of ASEAN Cup to prioritise Brazil friendly India has withdrawn from the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup tournament. This decision prioritizes a high-profile friendly match against Brazil in October. The AIFF stated they cannot participate in both events simultaneously. India will now use the international window for other friendly matches. This move comes after earlier accepting the ASEAN…
The Economic Times · Aug 13 FIFA chief Infantino receives support from 6 Arab federations amid revolt over World Cup plan Six Arab soccer federations have voiced strong support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This backing comes after his private investment plan for the World Cup faced significant opposition. European body UEFA and other confederations called the plan a breach of trust. Infantino's supporters highlighted his commitment to global football development.…