The dispute between European football's governing body and FIFA remains unresolved, with UEFA confirming that its boycott of FIFA competitions, including the FIFA World Cup, will continue despite the world governing body's decision to abandon a controversial investment initiative. The announcement signals that tensions between the......

South Korean authorities have launched an investigation into the Korea Football Association (KFA) as part of a probe into the appointment of the national team's former head coach following the country's disappointing performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Investigators carried out search operations at the football association's......

Lionel Messi returned to club football in impressive fashion, delivering another standout performance for Inter Miami as he helped his team secure a convincing victory in the Leagues Cup. The Argentine captain scored twice and provided an assist, once again demonstrating the quality and consistency that have defined his legendary career. The......

The French design studio behind one of the most memorable visual symbols of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has been entrusted with another prestigious national project: creating a state-of-the-art display for the Bayeux Tapestry as preparations continue for its return to France in 2027. Based in Nantes, the creative workshop Blam—widely......

Artistic swimming is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history as greater male participation reshapes a discipline that was once considered exclusively female. Yet while governing bodies continue to promote inclusion, athletes say social attitudes have not evolved at the same pace. The issue has resurfaced during......

Nigeria and Malawi have booked their places in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco following the conclusion of Group C, setting up intriguing knockout-stage encounters. Nigeria sealed qualification with an emphatic attacking display against Egypt at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, producing a......

FIFA has issued a public apology following widespread criticism of a proposal that would have allowed private investors to acquire a stake in the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup. The plan, which generated significant debate across the global football community, was ultimately withdrawn after strong opposition from football associations......

FIFA has reaffirmed its confidence in President Gianni Infantino following the withdrawal of a controversial proposal that would have introduced private investment into the commercial management of the FIFA World Cup. After a high-level meeting attended by senior FIFA officials, the organization stated that it continues to support Infantino's......

Real Madrid midfielder Brahim Díaz has expressed confidence ahead of the new football season, saying the squad is fully committed to competing for major trophies under the leadership of head coach José Mourinho. Speaking during the club's preseason preparations, the Moroccan international said he was delighted to reunite......

FIFA has rejected media reports claiming that its president, Gianni Infantino, promised Morocco the right to host the final of the 2030 FIFA World Cup in exchange for political support in future FIFA presidential elections. The governing body described the allegations as inaccurate and misleading, stressing that no commitments or guarantees......

The men's draw at the Montreal Masters 1000 was thrown into early turmoil after the tournament's top two seeds exited the competition within hours of each other, dramatically reshaping the race for the title. World-class contender Alexander Zverev suffered a surprise defeat in his opening match, falling to Dutch player Tallon Griekspoor......

UEFA has announced significant changes to its disciplinary regulations concerning yellow card accumulation in its men's club competitions, with the new rules set to take effect from the 2026–27 season. Under the revised system, players and coaching staff will receive an automatic one-match suspension after accumulating four yellow......

Egyptian football star Mohamed Salah surprised fans after appearing in a Trabzonspor jersey with the number 61, a number rarely associated with him throughout his career. The choice comes after years of wearing the famous number 11 with Liverpool and the Egyptian national team. The 34-year-old forward was seen wearing the Trabzonspor shirt......