Furious Tartan Army chiefs write to SFA to oppose controversial Infantino plans Tartan Army chiefs have written to the SFA to demand they oppose FIFA's shock plans to sell the World Cup. The National (Scotland) · Jul 30
MLS Promises to Be the Cure for Post-World Cup Blues The league pulled out all the stops for the 2026 MLS All-Star Game on Wednesday night. Sports Illustrated · Jul 30
FIFA opens disciplinary cases against Argentina for World Cup final scuffle and 'Malvinas' banner Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes faces three charges of assault in the post-game clashes after Spain’s 1-0 win on July 19, defender Nahuel Molina faces two charges and coach Roberto Ayala one. Euronews · Jul 30
Warzone Resurgence Series at Esports World Cup 2026: Schedule, results, standings, teams, how to watch The kings of Warzone are here! Dot Esports · Jul 30
Sixty years on: Was England's 1966 winning XI destiny, fate, or a chance affair? It's a team ingrained in memory, but was it always destined to be that way? Sixty years on from that Wembley triumph, Paul Simpson explains how chance moulded Sir Alf Ramsey's legends of '66 FourFourTwo · Jul 30
India hockey teams to sport saffron jerseys at FIH World Cup, move sparks debate Indian hockey teams will wear saffron as their primary jersey at the upcoming World Cup. This change replaces the traditional blue kit and has ignited a debate among former players. Hockey India states the saffron color represents courage, sacrifice, and victory for the nation. The new design incorporates cultural patterns… The Economic Times · Jul 30
World game at war: why some European nations have threatened a World Cup boycott A little over a week since the 2026 men’s World Cup final, world soccer appears on the brink of war. The Conversation · Jul 30
Sir Alf Ramsey: England's silent knight He led England to the World Cup 60 years ago today, but remains misunderstood. In spite of his middle-class image, the Three Lions boss overcame racism, poverty and war to become a legend FourFourTwo · Jul 30
FA want more details on FIFA World Cup investor plan FIFA members have been given a deadline to accept a one-off payment that will open the way for a project to involve private investors in the World Cup. AAP · Jul 30
Can anyone really stop FIFA's 'all-powerful' leader, Gianni Infantino? As Gianni Infantino's plan to sell off stakes in FIFA competitions sparks outrage, Graeme McGarry speaks to an expert who fears no one can stop… The National (Scotland) · Jul 30
Lionel Messi returns to Inter Miami 10 days after World Cup final loss Lionel Messi has returned to Inter Miami practice after his World Cup campaign. He missed two matches while visiting his father who is battling illness. Messi concluded his record sixth World Cup with eight goals and four assists. Inter Miami currently leads the Eastern Conference standings by two points. It… The Economic Times · Jul 30
Football Australia pleads for more time to digest Fifa’s controversial World Cup plans FA has resisted immediate criticism of Gianni Infantino as it awaits more information to ‘properly assess’ the implications of the privatisation push The Guardian - AU · Jul 30
Infantino says FIFA World Cup stake sale is 'not an obligation' FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated the World Cup stake sale is a proposal. This plan to sell stakes in the World Cup provoked a furious response. Infantino clarified it is an opportunity but not an obligation for investors. He emphasized strengthening the commercial side of the game is a natural… The Economic Times · Jul 30
Liga MX Ballon d’Or Awards 2026: Full List of Winners The best of the best in Mexico’s top-flight during the 2025–26 season were honored. Sports Illustrated · Jul 30
France 24 · Jul 30 Infantino defends FIFA investment plan amid mounting backlash FIFA President Gianni Infantino insisted member associations would not be forced to back the proposed commercial spin-off, as criticism from UEFA, CONCACAF, the Asian Football Confederation and European officials intensified.
Bangkok Post · 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:
Sports Illustrated · Jul 29 Why Lionel Messi Isn’t Playing in 2026 MLS All-Star Game The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner was removed from the MLS All-Star roster just days before the match.
The Independent UK · Jul 29 Inside rogue agent Gianni Infantino’s secret plan to sell off the World Cup IN FOCUS: Not even Infantino’s inner circle or closest advisors at Fifa knew about his privatisation project, writes Miguel Delaney – and were angered when the news emerged
The National (Scotland) · Jul 29 Steven Naismith makes Scotland manager's job admission, lauds 'amazing' Steve Clarke Steven Naismith has ruled himself out of the running for the Scotland manager’s job – but admitted he is prepared to step in on a temporary…
International Business Times · Jul 29 FIFA's $20 Billion World Cup Plan Sparks Global Backlash. UEFA Says Tournament 'Is Not FIFA's To Sell' FIFA's ambitious plan to bring private investors into the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup has ignited one of the biggest governance disputes in modern soccer.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 29 All of Florentino Perez’s Galactico Transfers at Real Madrid—Ranked No-one does big, splashy signings quite like Real Madrid.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 29 USMNT Goalkeeper Matt Freese Responds to Rampant Boos, World Cup Criticism The 27-year-old made a costly error in the round of 16 against Belgium that fans have not been quick to forget.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 29 Morning Mail: headwinds for green revolution, Football Australia’s Fifa deadline, Fauci takes the fifth Anti-wind campaigns eat into popular support for renewable power sources; federation must decide whether or not to join World Cup selloff
Sports Illustrated · Jul 29 FIFA Open Multiple Argentina Investigations Over World Cup Disciplinary Breaches From players to the soccer federation, Argentina is under FIFA investigation for a wide array of reasons.