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Pochettino, who took over the U.S. national team in 2024, led the team to the round of 16 at the recent World Cup and has signed a four-year extension.
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Following FIFA’s abandoned plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, Wales becomes the first football federation to withdraw backing for President Gianni Infantino’s 2027-2031 term.
Al Jazeera | Aug 3, 2026, 10:46 AM
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Plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors collapsed following opposition from UEFA, CONCACAF, and the Asian Football Confederation.
France 24 English | Aug 3, 2026, 8:07 AM
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Following a controversial plan to sell World Cup profits to private investors, UEFA has declared no confidence in FIFA's leadership, intensifying calls for accountability within global football governance.
Africanews | Aug 3, 2026, 5:51 AM
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Chelsea Green outlasted top contenders at Bank Stadium in Minneapolis to claim the Interim WWE Women’s Championship, adding to her distinguished wrestling career.
Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 1:10 AM
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Claudius Schaefer says there can be ‘only one consequence’ to Infantino’s actions over his World Cup privatisation plan.
Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 8:29 AM
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Following a failed attempt to sell stakes in Fifa competitions, including the World Cup, Gianni Infantino's leadership is under intense scrutiny from major football confederations and sponsors.
BBC World | Aug 2, 2026, 8:28 AM
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For the first time in history, Australia's Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match after a narrow 46-45 semifinal defeat to Jamaica in Glasgow.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 8:50 AM
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Following widespread opposition from football governing bodies and FIFA insiders, Infantino has withdrawn his controversial proposal to sell World Cup profits to private equity investors.
Africanews | Aug 1, 2026, 7:58 AM
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Following widespread opposition from football confederations and officials, Fifa president Gianni Infantino has scrapped the proposal to privatize stakes in major Fifa tournaments.
BBC World | Aug 1, 2026, 6:33 AM
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FIFA cancels proposal to allow private investors a stake in major football events after widespread criticism from football bodies and officials.
CNA Latest News | Aug 1, 2026, 2:08 AM
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FIFA has withdrawn its controversial plan to sell a stake in the World Cup after strong opposition from UEFA and other football associations.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 12:31 AM
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FIFA’s chief operating officer Kevin Lamour criticized President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in future World Cup profits, stating staff were misled and urging rejection of the plan amid internal resignations and external opposition.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 6:40 PM
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FIFA is evaluating the impact of increasing the World Cup team count from 48 to 64 for the 2030 tournament, marking a potential historic expansion.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 4:08 PM
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The AFC expresses solidarity with UEFA and CONCACAF against FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, raising concerns over governance and consultation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:17 AM
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The AFC expresses deep concern over FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors and calls for urgent governance reforms.
Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 9:55 AM
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FIFA remains committed to consulting on private investment in its tournaments after UEFA's unanimous vote to boycott all FIFA events.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 7:40 AM
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Europe’s football governing body opposes FIFA’s plan to sell a stake in the World Cup, warning it will boycott future tournaments if the proposal proceeds.
Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 6:46 AM
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UEFA unanimously opposes FIFA's plan to sell a minority stake in a new commercial subsidiary, threatening to boycott the World Cup and other FIFA competitions.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 5:43 AM
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At least 34 migrants died attempting to enter the Spanish enclave from Morocco amid a massive influx overwhelming local authorities.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 2:29 AM
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European and North/Central American football associations unite against Fifa’s plan to invite private investment in World Cup competitions.
BBC World | Jul 30, 2026, 9:10 PM
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The regional football body for North America, Central America, and the Caribbean expressed concerns over FIFA's proposal, citing governance and procedural issues.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 7:58 PM
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European football's governing body UEFA and member associations vow to boycott FIFA competitions unless plans to sell stakes to private investors are fully abandoned.
NPR News | Jul 30, 2026, 4:53 PM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino unveiled a $28.7 billion plan to create a commercial subsidiary granting investors control over major tournaments, including the World Cup, sparking concern from football confederations worldwide.
ABC Australia News | Jul 30, 2026, 7:00 AM