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Fifa ‘undermining the very foundations of football’, says AFC as Uefa talks loom

The AFC has accused Fifa of undermining the foundations of football by failing to consult confederations over its plan to sell off World Cup stakes

The Guardian - UK · Jul 30

Fifa wants more money for its members but that does not guarantee investment

Asia and Africa are bastions of support for Gianni Infantino but Fifa’s money has not always been well spent in the regions

The Guardian - UK · Jul 30

Fifa’s share sale plan alarms sporting world

PARIS - A proposal by Fifa to sell a stake in the business operations of the World Cup and its other competitions through the creation of a semi-private subsidiary has sparked disbelief and outrage globally. A sampling of the reaction:

Bangkok Post · Jul 30

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 · Jul 19

Eight Possible First-Time NFL Pro Bowlers in 2026, Including Two Quarterbacks

The reigning Defensive Rookie of the Year, an underrated defensive back and even a kicker all crack Conor Orr’s list.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 16

Super Bowl LXI Road Map: Don’t Rule Out the Titans Winning the AFC South

Picking Tennessee to win the division is ambitious, but there is going to be room for a surprise team or two in the wide-open AFC.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 16

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 · Jul 13

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 · Jul 13

Super Bowl LXI Road Map: Colts Need Everything to Break Right, Especially at QB

Indianapolis will have a tough time winning the AFC South, let alone being a playoff team, unless it gets better play from Daniel Jones.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 8

FIFA World Cup flop triggers football reckoning across Asia as heads roll and hard questions mount

Asia's dismal FIFA World Cup performance has led to widespread soul-searching, with top football officials and coaches stepping down. South Korea's FA president and head coach resigned after a group stage exit, mirroring similar departures in Saudi Arabia. Despite an expanded tournament offering more spots, Asian teams secured only three…

The Economic Times · Jul 6