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Wednesday, Aug 19

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Fifth Fifa vice-president turns against Infantino, saying he has ‘lost confidence’ in him

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Gianni Infantino has lost the support of another one of Fifa’s vice-presidents, with the Hungarian football federation chief, Sandor Csanyi, criticising the president’s “professional judgment, ethical standards and leadership”.

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FULL LIST : FIFA names Ngock, Chawinga, Bihina, Dafeaur among top 10 stars at 2026 WAFCON

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Ngock was named Player of the Tournament following Cameroon’s historic victory against Malawi.

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Masters, Webb criticise FIFA over Balogun red card controversy

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Two of the most powerful men in English football have joined forces to hit out at FIFA and the U-turn which allowed USA striker Folarin Balogun to play on at the World Cup last month, despite the red card which should have led to an…

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Premier League players at the World Cup: All the EPL stars who featured at 2026 FIFA tournament

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A slew of Premier League took part in the six-week tournament in North America. They'll look to use their performances in competition as a springboard for a strong season in England.

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Gianni Infantino leadership crisis deepens as vice-president brands Fifa COO sacking ‘the final straw’

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One of Fifa’s vice-presidents has taken aim at Gianni Infantino following the sacking of Kevin Lamour

Senior FIFA official withdraws support from embattled Infantino

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One of FIFA's vice presidents has withdrawn his support from the world football body's embattled president Gianni Infantino, saying the "unexpected dismissal" of critic Kevin Lamour was the "final straw".

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino Suffers Fresh Blow as Israel Football Association Withdraws Support

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The Israel Football Association (IFA) officially withdrew its backing for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's re-election on August 18, 2026, citing an 'unprecedented crisis of confidence.' This move follows the August 17 sacking of FIFA COO…

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Welsh FA chief calls for Fifa's Infantino to step down

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Football Association of Wales chief executive Noel Mooney says Fifa president Gianni Infantino should step down.

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Football fans' biggest gripes include FIFA, ticket costs and half-time shows

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Football fans' biggest gripes include FIFA, rising ticket prices and Super Bowl-style half-time shows.

AP Interview: Klaveness slams Infantino’s FIFA for firing top executive in ‘management by fear’

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GENEVA -- Norway's soccer federation president on Tuesday accused FIFA of fear tactics for the removal of a senior official who publicly opposed FIFA leader Gianni Infantino's now-withdrawn World Cup sell-off plan.

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Top 20 football gripes revealed - and rising ticket prices and FIFA lead list

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Supporters believe football is drifting away from the game it once was.

Tuesday, Aug 18

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Hearts of Oak confirm FIFA transfer ban lifted after Hiddink settlement

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Hearts of Oak have confirmed that FIFA has lifted the club’s registration ban following the full settlement of their dispute with former technical director Rene Hiddink.The Phobians announced on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, that FIFA had…

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Arsenal great named new Senegal coach after FIFA World Cup flop

Senegal have appointed France's 1998 FIFA World Cup winner and Arsenal great Patrick Vieira as its new head coach.

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Israel withdraws support for embattled Fifa president Gianni Infantino

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Gianni Infantino’s decision to sack his chief operating officer, Kevin Lamour, after the Frenchman’s criticism of the World Cup sell-off plan has hardened some opposition to the Fifa president, with the efforts to force him out expected to…

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Fifa sacking 'deeply troubling' - Uefa executive

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Fifa's decision to dismiss senior executive Kevin Lamour following his criticism of president Gianni Infantino sends a "deeply troubling message to all of us seeking change", says UEFA vice-president Laura McAllister.

Richard Masters accuses FIFA of hitting self-destruct button over World Cup plan

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Karela United surprised by FIFA transfer ban as Sana Camara dispute rumbles on

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Karela United have expressed surprise at FIFA’s decision to impose a transfer ban on the Ghana Premier League club over an outstanding financial obligation to former player Sana Camara.FIFA, in a letter dated August 17, 2026, confirmed…

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Uefa vice-president says Fifa sacking Gianni Infantino critic sends ‘deeply troubling message’

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Lamour’s departure as Fifa’s chief operating officer was confirmed on Monday evening

Fifa self-destructed over World Cup plan - Premier League chief

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Premier League chief executive Richard Masters has criticised Fifa president Gianni Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan, saying the organisation has "pressed the self-destruct button" by delivering "a self-inflicted wound".