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World Cup closed chapter, FIFA to decide our petition against DR Congo – Dikko

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Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, has said that the fate of the Super Eagles as it concerns the 2026 World Cup rests with FIFA amid protest over DR Congo’s alleged use of ineligible players in the African play…

FIFA weighing Club World Cup format expansion for 2029 as UEFA’s position reportedly emerges

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The 2029 Club World Cup could undergo another format change following last year’s edition, with the reported positions of FIFA and UEFA now coming into focus.

FIFA president: All 104 World Cup matches will be 'sold out'

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino said all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup will be "sold out" despite tickets available for the tournament running fro

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Carlo Ancelotti confirms his future with Brazil beyond the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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With the 2026 FIFA World Cup drawing closer, Carlo Ancelotti addressed his future with Brazil.

FIFA head dons Trump ‘USA’ hat at ceremony

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino sported a red “USA” hat during the inaugural meeting of President Trump’s Board of Peace on Thursday as he pledged the governing body’s monetary support for rebuilding soccer infrastructure in Gaza. “We don…

War-hammered Gaza needs basics like homes, roads and power. FIFA is offering a $50M soccer stadium

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Gaza Strip is in ruins with entire city neighborhoods reduced to rubble and serious questions about…

FIFA tipped for 'Prestianni law' rule change after incident with Vinicius Jr

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![CDATA[Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni was accused of making a racist comment to Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr while covering his mouth.]]

War-hammered Gaza needs basics like homes, roads and power. FIFA is offering a $50M soccer stadium

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FIFA says it'll pay to build a new $50 million national soccer stadium in war-ravaged Gaza, where two years of fighting between Hamas and Israel have left housing, electricity and basic infrastructure severely damaged

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Atletico Madrid superstar set to join Barcelona after 2026 FIFA World Cup – report

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The future of Atletico Madrid superstar Julian Alvarez is going to be one of the key talking points heading into the summer of 2026.The Argentine international has struggled with form at Atletico Madr...

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FIFA boss Gianni Infantino dons MAGA-style hat at Trump's Board of Peace meeting

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino was in attendance on Thursday, Feb. 19 as President Donald Trump convened the first meeting of his Board of Peace.

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FIFA In Talks To Form 'Prestianni Law' Amid Vinicius Racism Row - Report

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FIFA considers the Prestianni Law after Gianluca Prestianni allegedly abused Vinícius Júnior, aiming to sanction players who cover their mouths to conceal offensive remarks.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino makes bold 2026 World Cup attendance claim despite widespread ticket prices criticism: ‘Every match is sold out’

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Amid the ticket pricing storm, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has remained a central figure in defending the tournament’s commercial model, while insisting that demand has never been higher.

Clubs frustrated over wait for Fifa to share £185m of Club World Cup money

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Frustration is growing among clubs globally at the extended wait for £185m of solidarity payments promised by Fifa on the back of last summer’s Club World Cup

Clubs frustrated over wait for Fifa to share £185m of Club World Cup money

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Frustration is growing among clubs globally at the extended wait for £185m of solidarity payments promised by Fifa on the back of last summer’s Club World Cup.

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FIFA and UEFA have to get tough on racists - or nothing will change

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Football rulers need to introduce more serious sanctions for those found guilty of discrimination - otherwise nothing will ever change

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Scotland World Cup fixtures in Boston declared high risk 'NFL games on steroids' as FIFA security bill row escalates

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Steve Clarke's men are due to play two games at the Gillette Stadium but there is a security license row

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Sportsbook Innovations Shaping FIFA World Cup Betting Experiences

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The FIFA World Cup has always been about moments: a late winner, a missed penalty, a defensive stand that transforms an entire nation’s mood. That hasn’t changed. What has changed is the way those moments are processed beyond the pitch.…

Benfica: FIFA boss Infantino condemns alleged racism against Vinicius

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“I was shocked and saddened to see the incident of alleged racism towards Vinícius Júnior in the UEFA Champions League,” said Mr Infantino.

All World Cup matches sold out, says FIFA's Infantino

All 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup will be "sold out," FIFA president Gianni Infantino says, even though tickets are still available ahead of the June 11 kickoff.