Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Gianni Infantino

Fifa unites the world – in anger at hydration breaks (AKA ad breaks)

Fans, players and coaches have voiced their indignation at the way the game is massively altered by the four-quarter structure

The Guardian - UK

Fifa confirms rainbow flags to be allowed at Egypt v Iran World Cup ‘Pride Match’

Iran and Egypt have attempted to sidestep questions about their reluctance to take part in the match celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in Seattle

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 'Pride Match': FIFA refuses to ban rainbow flags despite Iran, Egypt objections

FIFA has rejected calls from Iran and Egypt to ban rainbow flags at their World Cup match in Seattle on Friday, despite both countries objecting to local Pride-themed celebrations linked to the fixture. FIFA says LGBTQ+ flags are permitted at all World Cup games under its Code of Conduct, despite…

France 24

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

World Cup becomes cult of the individual but ignores team complexity

The irony of the superstar-heavy narrative is the way it embellishes rather than diminishes the importance of the collective

The Guardian - UK

The dullest game of the World Cup so far? Welcome back, England

In today’s Football Daily: yawn in the USA

The Guardian - UK

FIFA President Attempts to Defend Hydration Breaks From Mounting Criticism

Fans continue to boo the mandatory three-minute breaks in each half of action.

Sports Illustrated

"Purely a sporting matter": FIFA President Infantino defends WC2026 hydration breaks

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the new three-minute hydration breaks at the World Cup 2026, emphasizing their purely sporting purpose to combat extreme heat and ensure fair play. Despite criticism from some coaches about tactical disruptions, Infantino insists the breaks offer a crucial rest period for players over the…

The Economic Times

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Gianni Infantino defends World Cup hydration breaks - and says they could be here to stay

The Fifa president denied that football’s governing body were benefitting financially from the three-minute breaks

The Independent UK

Fifa chief defends World Cup ‘hydration breaks’

Fifa president Gianni ⁠Infantino has ⁠defended the introduction of hydration breaks at the World Cup, insisting that for football’s governing body they are driven purely by sporting considerations and ‌not commercial interests.

Bangkok Post

Donald Trump will present World Cup trophy to 2026 winners next month

US President Donald Trump will appear alongside FIFA boss Gianni Infantino to present the World Cup trophy.

BANG Premier

Ronaldo double fires Portugal, Ghana thwart England

Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, etched his name in history by scoring in his sixth World Cup, leading Portugal to a dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan. Meanwhile, England's quest for the knockout stages hit a snag with a frustrating 0-0 draw against Ghana. Despite the setback, England remains optimistic about advancing,…

The Economic Times

Trump to add to World Cup trophy's winding history

When US President Donald Trump presents the World Cup trophy to the winner, he will add another chapter to the story of football's grandest prize.

AAP

Fifa president Gianni Infantino responds to criticism of World Cup hydration breaks

IN FULL

The Independent UK

Maybe they're good: FIFA to analyze use of hydration breaks at future World Cups, Infantino says

FIFA is considering retaining hydration breaks for future World Cups, with President Gianni Infantino defending their introduction this year. He believes the mid-half stoppages offer players rest and tactical reassessment, potentially boosting game intensity and entertainment. Despite some fan criticism, Infantino argued for sporting equity, ensuring all teams benefit from…

The Economic Times

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The National (Scotland)

Donald Trump to present World Cup trophy to winners, says Gianni Infantino

DONALD Trump is set to hand over the World Cup trophy to the winners at the final on July 19, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has said

The Independent UK

Fifa weighs up keeping hydration breaks for future World Cups despite fan backlash

Hydration breaks have been loudly booed by fans at the World Cup

The Independent UK

Infantino reveals which World Cup game Trump plans to attend

IN FULL

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino says Trump will be at the World Cup final to present trophy to winners

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said he and President Donald Trump would give out the World Cup trophy together

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Guardian - UK

Fifa leadership ‘overruled US-based staff’ opposing World Cup dynamic pricing

A number of Fifa’s US-based staff advised against the use of dynamic pricing at the World Cup but were overruled by the world governing body’s leadership

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

The Independent UK

Priced out of World Cup games, Mexican fans take celebrations into their own hands

Mexicans are reclaiming the FIFA World Cup with street celebrations as high ticket prices keep many out of stadiums

International Business Times UK

Trump Could Skip World Cup Games as Savage Crowd Chants Over Toxic Epstein Ties Go Viral

A global football tournament faces political controversy as fans chant against Donald Trump over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, raising security concerns and sparking international debate.

The Independent UK

Trump’s World Cup czar explains why the president hasn’t made an appearance at any games

The president has however attended both Game 3 of the NBA Finals in New York City and the UFC 250 cage fight on the White House lawn in recent weeks

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Only half training time, says Iran coach as he slams preparation restrictions before Belgium clash

Iran's football coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has voiced frustration over the challenging travel and preparation conditions for his team ahead of their World Cup match against Belgium. He highlighted inconsistent US entry policies that limited training time, contrasting it with Belgium's smoother arrangements. While acknowledging FIFA's efforts, Ghalenoei questioned why logistical…

The Economic Times

FIFA draws criticism as Infantino clocks up air miles at World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's extensive private jet travel for the 2026 World Cup is drawing sharp criticism from environmentalists. His frequent flights, covering vast distances across North America, significantly contribute to carbon emissions. Experts highlight this as a "sustainability paradox," where the tournament's structure necessitates high-emission travel, raising concerns about…

1 2 3 4 5

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.