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The Latest Breaking News from Gianni Infantino

‘Definitely an Issue’—FIFA President Gianni Infantino Teases Another World Cup Expansion

This summer’s tournament is already the biggest in history.

Sports Illustrated

‘Hopefully’—FIFA President Defends Donald Trump World Cup Trophy Plan

President Trump is yet to take in any of the World Cup action in person.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA to explore 64-team World Cup for 2030 edition, says Gianni Infantino

FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed plans to explore a 64-team World Cup format. This potential expansion would follow the 2026 tournament's increase to 48 teams. Discussions will occur after this summer's World Cup concludes. The 2030 World Cup will be hosted across six nations on three continents. This move aims…

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Every Celebrity Spotted Watching Norway vs. England—World Cup Quarterfinal

Several A-list celebrities were in attendance to see the battle of Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.

Sports Illustrated

‘Grateful’—Harry Kane Spills Details From Round of Golf With President Trump

President Donald Trump previously shared how “great” the England striker is at soccer and golf.

Sports Illustrated

Justin Bieber to join Madonna, Shakira and BTS for Fifa World Cup final half-time show

Fifa has declared that ‘football, music and social impact will come together’

Evening Standard

Football without faith is nothing so Infantino is playing with fire at World Cup

Swirl around Fifa’s machinations and about big team and big name bias creates doubt – and that’s a dangerous game

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The World Cup has upended the old world order – and despite Trump and Infantino, it still inspires

Even White House interference and Fifa’s greed cannot spoil the celebrations. At last, an arena in which multiculturalism triumphs and underdogs score, says Simon Tisdall, a Guardian foreign affairs commentator

The Guardian - UK

Miguel Delaney answers your questions on Fifa’s crisis – from Infantino’s grip on power to a possible Uefa breakaway

ASK ME ANYTHING: Chief football writer Miguel Delaney answers readers' questions on the Balogun row, ticket pricing, the Blatter comparison, and whether this World Cup could be the breaking point Fifa can't recover from

The Independent UK

Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup

Technology's integration into World Cup refereeing has ignited significant controversy and debate. VAR interventions have led to numerous disputes and accusations of unfairness. Coaches and players express frustration over inconsistent application and perceived over-reach. FIFA officials defend the technology's role in correcting clear errors. Fans voice their displeasure through boos,…

The Economic Times

This US World Cup controversy exposes the corruption of the beautiful game

THERE was a wave of relief throughout the football world on Tuesday when Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in their last-16 knock-out game in the World…

The National (Scotland)

The Guardian view on the World Cup: the Dear England spirit is alive and kicking

Editorial: As in the Gareth Southgate era, a diverse and passionately committed national team is offering a counter-narrative to the forces of social division

The Guardian - UK

White House labels Keir Starmer intervention ‘more egregious’ than Donald Trump

The National (Scotland)

White House says Keir Starmer’s England intervention ‘more egregious’ than Donald Trump’s Balogun red card call

President Trump called FIFA boss Gianni Infantino asking for a ‘review’ of Balogun’s dismissal

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Evening Standard

Who's performing at the FIFA World Cup final half-time show? Full line-up, timings, how to watch

The 11-minute Super Bowl-style spectacle will feature an all-star line-up of global music icons including Justin Bieber, Madonna and Shakira

The Conversation

After the ‘red card’ scandal, has the shine come off Gianni Infantino’s World Cup?

The World Cup has entered its quarter-finals, and so far the tournament has had it all: a strong team ousted early (Germany), debate over whether an ageing superstar (Lionel Messi) still “has it”, and an underdog in the form of a tiny nation (Cabo Verde) making it through to the…

France 24

Egypt files FIFA complaint as Argentina's ‘rigged’ World Cup claims go viral

Egypt has filed a formal complaint with FIFA after its controversial World Cup exit to Argentina, accusing officials of “double standards” and demanding the removal of the referee and his team. Egypt led 2-0 before Argentina staged a dramatic comeback, with controversy centred on a VAR decision that ruled out…

The Guardian - UK

Uefa countries could block Russia returning to football in potential new clash with Fifa

There has been a ban on Russian participation since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with many national associations vehemently opposed to reintegration

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The Independent UK

I’ve covered Fifa for years – ask me anything on Infantino and this World Cup’s crisis of trust

ASK ME ANYTHING: Chief football writer Miguel Delaney is answering your questions on the Trump-Balogun row, the future of the World Cup, and whether Fifa's credibility can survive it

International Business Times UK

'They Wanted Messi To Stay': Egypt Boss Makes Explosive FIFA Claim After Agonising World Cup Exit

Egypt's coach Hossam Hassan accuses FIFA of bias favouring Argentina in their World Cup defeat, suggesting marketing interests to keep Messi in the tournament influenced the outcome.

FourFourTwo

How many matches has Gianni Infantino attended at the 2026 World Cup?

The FIFA president has been seen at a huge number of games so far this summer

International Business Times UK

Trump's Balogun Call Fails to Dent FIFA's $9B World Cup Payday

FIFA projects a record £6.7 billion revenue from the 2026 World Cup, surpassing Qatar's earnings. Explore the financial strategies and controversies surrounding this global event.

The National (Scotland)

Celtic-linked World Cup star's transfer release clause drops £6m as new fee revealed

Celtic would have to stump up £10 million to land Egypt's World Cup hero Haissem Hassan after his new transfer release clause was revealed.

The Independent UK

How a box-office World Cup descended into fury and farce to leave Fifa with a huge problem

WORLD CUP 2026: The tournament has delivered hugely on the pitch, Miguel Delaney writes, but the apparent undermining of sporting integrity leaves major questions

The National (Scotland)

Scottish lawyer warns FIFA red card row may bring Infantino down and haunt World Cup

FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's ban will have implications for the World Cup and the governing body's under-fire president…

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