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AFC President Rejects FIFA’s World Cup Investment Plan as ‘Unacceptable’
The Asian Football Confederation president criticized FIFA’s proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup, saying the plan was introduced without proper consultation and could undermine the sport’s continental structure. Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, FIFA senior vice president and president of the Asian Football Confederation, is the latest to criticise Gianni Infantino’s World…
Infantino insists FIFA’s World Cup plan is proposal and not ‘obligation’
Football governing bodies hit out at plans to sell World Cup stakes; FIFA insist proposal is not an ‘obligation’. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has met with criticism over the proposal to sell a World Cup stake to private investors [Dylan Martinez/Reuters] FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called the plan to sell stakes in the World…
CAF Urges Members to Assess FIFA’s Private Investment Proposal
CAF has encouraged its member associations to review FIFA’s private investor initiative, which FIFA President Gianni Infantino described as a “golden opportunity” to accelerate football development worldwide. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has called on its members to review FIFA’s controversial plan to sell off stakes in its major competitions, including the World Cup.…
Messi returns to MLS training 10 days after World Cup final heartbreak
Lionel Messi returns to Inter Miami after Argentina’s World Cup final defeat by Spain, which led to retirement rumours. Argentina’s Lionel Messi lifted the World Cup for the first time at Qatar 2022 [Nathan Ray Seebeck/Reuters] Football superstar Lionel Messi has returned to practice for Inter Miami, 10 days after Argentina’s World Cup run ended…
Taraba Launches Tennis Championship to Uncover Future Stars
Taraba State has launched a tennis championship aimed at identifying and nurturing young talents, with Chairman of the State Youth Development Agency, Gara Soyonga, describing the initiative as a timely effort to channel the energy of young people into productive and rewarding pursuits. The Taraba State Tennis Association, in collaboration with the Northeast Zonal Tennis…
FIFA Sets Deadline for Member Associations Over World Cup Stake Sale Plan
FIFA has given its member associations a deadline regarding a proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup. However, European football governing body UEFA said the tournament is not an “asset to trade,” while the Asian Football Confederation said it was not consulted on the plan. A picture shows the FIFA logo during a press…
Malawi Stun Super Falcons Of Nigeria In 2026 WAFCON Tie
The victory, one for the history books, marks Malawi’s first-ever win in the competition. The Scorchers are tournament debutants and had been expected to struggle against the defending champions. Super Falcons of Nigeria are defending champions. Photo: X@CAFwomen Nigeria dominated play but failed to score. Against the run of play, Malawi scored three times in…
Malawi Clip Super Falcons’s Wings In Nigeria’s 2026 WAFCON Open
The victory, one for the history books, marks Malawi’s first-ever win in the competition. The Scorchers are tournament debutants and had been expected to struggle against the defending champions. Nigeria are ten-time African champions. X@NGSuper_Falcons Malawi made history on Tuesday, defying the bookies to stun defending champions Nigeria 1-3 in a Group C match at…
Nigeria Vs Malawi: Nnadozie, Ajibade Lead Super Falcons’ Starting XI For WAFCON 2026 Clash
Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu has named a strong lineup for Nigeria’s clash with Malawi at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The […] Super Falcons players celebrate goal against South Africa. X/@PoojaMedia Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu has named a strong lineup for Nigeria’s clash with Malawi at the 2026 Women’s Africa…
Mancini Back In Charge As Italy Begin Fresh Rebuild
Gennaro Gattuso stepped down as Italy coach following their World Cup qualification play-off final loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina in March. (FILES) Italy’s coach Roberto Mancini greets supporters ahead of the UEFA EURO 2020 final football match between Italy and England at the Wembley Stadium in London on July 11, 2021. (Photo by FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA…
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