Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter criticizes World Cup investment plan as fans accuse him of hypocrisy / Image: AP Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has strongly criticized FIFA’s proposal to sell a minority stake in a new company that manages the commercial rights to the World Cup and other major tournaments, arguing that soccer’s biggest…
FIFA blames Argentina’s stars for World Cup final brawl FIFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against several Argentine players, coaching staff and the Argentine Football Association (AFA) following incidents during and after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The charges stem from the aftermath of Argentina’s 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, as…
File Pic: FIFA President Gianni Infantino, right, with US President Donald Trump. (AP Photo) Uefa has launched a scathing attack on FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s ambitious proposal to set up a $20 billion business company to manage the World Cup and other major tournaments, saying soccer’s governing institutions have crossed a dangerous line.The European football…
Roberto Mancini (AP Photo) Roberto Mancini has been handed the daunting task of rebuilding Italy once again, with the former European Championship-winning coach returning to the Azzurri dugout as the four-time world champions look to end their alarming World Cup drought.Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Giovanni Malagò confirmed the appointment of Mancini as Italy’s new…
Cape Verde’s Sidny Lopes Cabral celebrates his team’s second goal against Argentina during the World Cup Round of 32 soccer match in Miami Gardens, Florida, Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo) Cape Verde added another chapter to their World Cup journey on Monday after Sidny Lopes Cabral won the public vote for Goal of the…
A week later FIFA World Cup Ultimately, FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended the tournament and criticized what he called negative coverage, accusing some detractors of “spreading hatred and false rumours.”“In a 900-word statement published in a 15-page post on his Instagram account and on the FIFA website late Sunday, Infantino said that FIFA had succeeded…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Paraguay in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Friday, June 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Andre Penner) FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s travel during the 2026 World Cup has come under renewed scrutiny after reports detailed the extent of his use of…
FILE – FIFA President Gianni Infantino watches an international friendly soccer match between Iran and Costa Rica in Antalya, southern Turkey, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Riza Ozel, File) A leaked letter from FIFA president Gianni Infantino congratulating Argentina on finishing as a finalist at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has sparked fresh debate after…
Shakira celebrated the inspiring performance of the Ghetto Kids’ Fifa World Cup Finals, calling their talent and joy a powerful reminder of what every child can do. Photo credit (Instagram) Shakira praised the underprivileged children from Uganda who performed with her at the FIFA World Cup Finals, thanking them for inspiring the world with their…
Newly appointed German national soccer team coach Juergen Klopp attends a press conference at the headquarters of the German Football Association DFB in Frankfurt, Germany, Friday, July 24, 2026. (AP) Germany have appointed Jürgen Klopp as their new national team coach, handing the former Liverpool manager the responsibility of rebuilding a squad that has once…
FIFA announces the star-studded World Cup Dream XI with Messi, Mbappé and Haaland / Image: X Spain may have lifted the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy after defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in New Jersey, but the tournament’s top performers were also recognized after FIFA revealed its official Dream XI.The Team of the Tournament,…
NEW DELHI: Argentina assistant Roberto Ayala has apologized for his altercation with Spain midfielder Dani Olmo after the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, admitting his actions were unacceptable. The ugly scenes unfolded after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time on Sunday to lift the World Cup title. FIFA has since launched an investigation into…
Donald Trump and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: The President of the United States Donald Trump wants FIFA president Gianni Infantino to become the next secretary-general of the United Nations, according to a New York Post report. The report said Trump was impressed by Infantino’s role in organizing the FIFA World Cup…
The North American odyssey is over. Here are the stars who put their best foot forward.Pedro Porro (ESP, Defender) One of the most attacking defenders in the tournament, Porro has a balanced defensive discipline with constant overlapping runs. His accurate deliveries and relentless energy gave Spain width, while his recovery pace helped neutralize dangerous wings…
NEW DELHI: The 2026 FIFA World Cup final had it all – drama, controversy and ugly scenes. Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 to lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup title at the New York New Jersey Stadium, but the tension did not end with the final whistle. There were scuffles, heated arguments and even an apparent…
Spain’s Gavi, left, falls while scuffling with Argentina’s Leandro Paredes (5) and Thiago Almada. (AP Photo) Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has broken his silence following the chaotic scenes that marred the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, but has notably stopped short of apologizing for his role in the post-match row as FIFA launched an official…
NEW DELHI: Spain’s celebrations after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 have caught the attention of football fans across the world. In addition to the usual scenes of joy, hugs, applause and trophy celebrations, a moment stood out in the New York New Jersey Stadium, officially known as MetLife Stadium. After beating Argentina 1-0 in…
Cristiano Ronaldo (Image credit: AP) NEW DELHI: Cristiano Ronaldo found himself at the center of a new FIFA World Cup 2026 controversy after his verified Instagram account liked a post accusing FIFA of helping him. Lionel MessiArgentina reached the final. The incident added to a tournament that has already seen many controversies, including protests involving…
Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi (Image credit: Agencies) The tears brought you to a July night 36 years ago. As Leo Messi stood there at MetLife Stadium – defeated – on Sunday night, it was impossible not to be remembered. Diego Maradona. “El Diego” was inconsolable as the Germans moved closer to receiving the World…
The Spanish seem to be particularly adept at frustrating their opponents. Its prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has demonstrated this on the geopolitical field, harassing Trump repeatedly for his refusal to let the United States use Spain’s airspace for the Iran war.Weeks later, Luis de la Fuente, head of his national team, expressed similar faith in…
It was the type of Ferrandipity Spain perhaps needed in the end to reconquer its world. When the denouement came, the camera slowly turned to observation, staying close to a few central characters and showing how they tried to make sense of the eventuality. Against the sunny backdrop of a giant New Jersey stadium, a…
NEW DELHI: Argentina’s World Cup final defeat to Spain could have further consequences, with FIFA launching an investigation into the post-match clashes that broke out after Sunday’s final at the New York New Jersey Stadium in New Jersey.Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup title, but celebrations were…
NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi shared an emotional message following Argentina’s 0-1 defeat by Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. While admitting the defeat hurt, the 39-year-old said he was proud of what Argentina had achieved in their title defence.Spain ended Argentina’s hopes of becoming…
Spain return to Madrid (Image: @SEFutbol/X) Fresh from their 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph, Spain’s national soccer team returned home to a hero’s welcome, with celebrations taking to the streets of Madrid. The Real Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) confirmed on Monday that the World Cup-winning team had landed in the Spanish capital, while the players…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (AP Photo) Lionel Messi suffered a rare off day in Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat in Spain, with the legendary striker failing to create a single chance for a teammate for the first time in his World Cup career. The statistic underlined Spain’s defensive discipline as Luis de la Fuente’s…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) walks among the Spanish players during the medal ceremony (AP/PTI photo) The Spanish players produced one of the decisive moments of sportsmanship after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026, forming a guard of honor for Lionel Messi and the Argentina team as they collect their runner-up medals after the final at…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) stands on the pitch after the World Cup final (AP/PTI photo) Lionel MessiThe glittering World Cup journey ended in the heartland, but the love of Argentina supporters never faded. Moments after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, emotional scenes unfolded…
Spain lift the FIFA World Cup after 16 years (Image: ANI) Spain’s long-awaited FIFA World Cup triumph was marred by tragedy after a 13-year-old boy died and two others were injured when part of a historic fountain collapsed during victory celebrations earlier Monday.The incident happened shortly after midnight at the Arbol Gordo fountain in the…
Amitabh Bachchan he spent a busy Sunday balancing his old tradition of meeting fans outside his Mumbai home, Jalsa, with his passion for football. After greeting his admirers at his weekly Sunday match, the former striker stayed on to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, then shared his thoughts on Argentina’s narrow 1-0 defeat…