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Infantino Drops FIFA World Cup Investment Plan After Widespread Opposition
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned plans to open the World Cup to private investment following strong opposition from football stakeholders, marking a major setback for a proposal that sparked widespread concern over the commercialisation of the sport. European football’s governing body UEFA was the biggest opponent of FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s World Cup sell…
Magaia’s Stoppage-Time Strike Rescues South Africa In Thrilling WAFCON Draw
Hildah Magaia scored deep into stoppage time to earn South Africa a dramatic 2-2 draw against Ivory Coast in their WAFCON Group B clash, keeping Banyana Banyana’s quarter-final hopes alive after overturning a two-goal deficit. Hildah Magaia scored nine minutes into added time to salvage a 2-2 draw for South Africa against Ivory Coast on…
‘We’ll Bounce Back,’ Super Falcons Fired Up For Nigeria Vs Zambia Clash
Ahead of the encounter with Zambia, the Super Falcons insisted their mission is clear: “It’s a win or nothing for us.” Nigeria have won the WAFCON 10 times. Photo: X@NGSuper_Falcons Ahead of Nigeria’s crunch tie with the Copper Queens of Zambia in a Group C game at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON),…
Italy World Cup Winner, AC Milan Legend Franco Baresi Dies At 66
Franco Baresi, the legendary Italian defender who won the 1982 FIFA World Cup and spent his entire professional career with AC Milan, has died at the age of 66, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest defenders in football history. Franco Baresi in an appearance for AC Milan Legends in 2013 [Craig Brough/Reuters]…
FIFA Presses Ahead With Private Investor Plan Despite UEFA Opposition
FIFA says it will continue consultations on its proposal to allow private investors into the commercial management of its major tournaments, despite strong opposition from UEFA, which has warned it could boycott the World Cup over the plan. This photo taken on October 8, 2015 in Zurich shows the entrance sign with the logo at…
Xabi Alonso Opposes Private Investment in FIFA World Cup
has urged that the FIFA World Cup remain free from private ownership, backing UEFA’s opposition to plans for a commercial subsidiary that would allow private investors to acquire stakes in the tournament’s commercial operations. English Premier League football club Chelsea’s team Manager Xabi Alonso speaks during a press conference in Sydney on July 27, 2026.…
BREAKING: Senior Infantino Adviser Resigns Over FIFA’s ‘Bad Deal for Football’
Senior adviser to FIFA President , , has resigned in protest over what he described as a “bad deal for football,” warning that the decision could have damaging long-term consequences for the future of the game. FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA World Cup 2026 International Broadcast Center Grand Opening ceremony on June…
CWG: Nwachukwu Breaks World Record, Enekwechi Wins Historic Gold
Nigeria enjoyed a remarkable outing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as shattered her own world record to win gold, while claimed a historic gold medal and secured bronze to cap an impressive day for Team Nigeria. A combo of Nwachukwu, Enekwechi and Amusan. Nigeria’s athletes produced a memorable outing at the 2026 Commonwealth…
Italian Football Legend Franco Baresi Dies at 66
Italian football great has died at the age of 66, bringing an end to the life of one of the sport’s greatest defenders, remembered for winning the 1982 FIFA World Cup with Italy and his illustrious career as a legendary sweeper. AC Milan’s Honorary Vice President and former Italian player Franco Baresi looks on during…
Weightlifting, Para Powerlifting Lead Team Nigeria’s Gold Rush At 2026 Commonwealth Games
Nigeria’s weightlifting and para powerlifting teams have emerged as the country’s standout performers at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, setting the pace with impressive medal-winning displays as Team Nigeria looks to finish the competition on a high. Nigeria has enjoyed success in this year’s Commonwealth Games. For every successful multi-sport competition, there is a catalyst. At…
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