The Latest Breaking News from Gianni Infantino

'It's a Disaster World Cup': Iran Captain Mehdi Taremi Blasts FIFA Over Visas and Playing in Enemy Host Nation

Iran's World Cup captain, Mehdi Taremi, accuses FIFA of neglecting his team amid political tensions, visa issues, and unfair treatment during the 2026 tournament.

International Business Times UK · Jun 28

‘Money Talks’—World Cup Manager Slams FIFA for ‘Vulgar’ Competition Change

Ghana directly benefited from the change Carlos Queiroz complained about.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 28

Welcome to the real World Cup – the tournament begins now

World Cup 2026 now starts in earnest, with a slew of mouthwatering last-32 ties, but the expanded group stage was much more enjoyable than anticipated

The Independent UK · Jun 28

‘This must never happen again’: Iran coach hits out at the US and tells Infantino to stand up against hosts

Iran’s head coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has said Fifa’s president, Gianni Infantino, must ‘stand up’ to the US

The Guardian - UK · Jun 27

Iran and Egypt Urge FIFA to Distance World Cup Match from Seattle Pride

Iran and Egypt have asked FIFA to ensure no Pride-related activities occur during a World Cup match in Seattle, coinciding with the city's Pride weekend.

International Business Times UK · Jun 26

Why is there so much outrage over FIFA’s ‘hydration breaks’ at this year's World Cup?

Every World Cup game has been interrupted due to new scheduled "hydration breaks", a move from FIFA which has been met with a chorus of boos. What’s behind the interruptions, and why are they so controversial?

Euronews · Jun 26

Does the World Cup favor democratic or autocratic nations? I did some number crunching to find out

It is often said – by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and many others – that soccer is the “most democratic sport.” That sentiment is based in large part on the sport’s global appeal and long history of popularity across class and racial lines.

The Conversation · Jun 26

From cheap transport to football geekery: how Zohran Mamdani won the World Cup

The New York City mayor has made his mark on the tournament to cap an extraordinary run of sporting success over the last few months

The Guardian - US · Jun 26

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 · Jun 26

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 · Jun 26