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Andy Burnham says he wants to bring men’s World Cup back to UK in 2042

PM tells regional mayors during informal discussions he is keen for tournament to return to British Isles

The Guardian - UK · Aug 22

CONCACAF chief asks Infantino to skip youth tournament amid FIFA governance crisis

CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani asked FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to avoid a youth tournament. Montagliani cited mounting opposition to Infantino's leadership as the primary reason. Infantino faces pressure from three confederations to resign from his position. His presence would overshadow the technical nature of the youth competition.

The Economic Times · Aug 22

Under-fire Gianni Infantino's bizarre 'hairdressers' exchange with reporter

Infantino told a reporter, “I’ll see you at the hairdressers” after he was asked whether he had betrayed football over his World Cup sell-off…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 22

FIFA suspends Argentina's Paredes for 10 games over World Cup final clashes

Several Argentina players including midfielder Leandro Paredes have been slapped with bans and fines for taking part in scuffles during the World Cup final against Spain in July. Paredes, who was banned for 10 international matches, was also fined $90,000.

France 24 · Aug 21

FIFA hit Argentina with massive fine and sporting sanction after Falklands taunt

Several players also hit with fines for unpleasant scenes after final

Evening Standard · Aug 21

FIFA reveal huge Argentina punishment in response to World Cup incidents

Argentina's football federation and a number of players have been sanctioned by FIFA for their actions at the 2026 World Cup

FourFourTwo · Aug 21

Leandro Paredes among three Argentina players banned by Fifa after World Cup final brawl

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The Independent UK · Aug 21

Argentina star Leandro Paredes handed 10-game ban for sparking World Cup final brawl

The Argentina midfielder was involved in a brawl at full-time at the New York New Jersey Stadium following the World Cup final defeat to Spain

The Independent UK · Aug 21

Andy Burnham plots bid for Britain to host World Cup as he eyes tourism boost

It would be the first time the World Cup returned to the UK since 1966

The Independent UK · Aug 21

Uefa plots expanded Nations League as pressure ramps up on Gianni Infantino

Uefa have begun talks with Concacaf over expanding the Nations League

The Independent UK · Aug 21