The athletes' village serving the ice sports cluster for the 2030 Winter Olympics will be built in Oullins-Pierre-Bénite, a municipality on the outskirts of Lyon, organizers have confirmed. The decision establishes the suburban community as a key venue supporting the Games' operational infrastructure, while Lyon itself will......

The United States Soccer Federation has announced a long-term contract extension for head coach Mauricio Pochettino, keeping the Argentine manager in charge of the U.S. men's national team through the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The decision follows the team's encouraging performances under Pochettino's leadership, including a strong......

Brazilian mixed martial artist Allan Nascimento has died at the age of 34, according to an announcement from the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). His passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from the mixed martial arts community, with fellow athletes, coaches, and fans remembering him for his dedication to the sport and his professionalism......

Support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's campaign for another term has weakened after the football associations of Serbia and Sweden announced that they would no longer back his candidacy for the organization's upcoming presidential election. The decisions come amid growing criticism of FIFA's leadership following the recent......

New reports have revealed further details surrounding FIFA’s controversial plan to commercialize part of the World Cup’s commercial rights, a project that created tensions between FIFA and UEFA and sparked debate over the future management of global football. According to The Times, FIFA President Gianni Infantino could have received......

Moroccan international and Real Madrid midfielder Brahim Díaz has celebrated his marriage to his long-time partner, Spanish actress and entrepreneur Luz Méndez, in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends. The couple chose to keep the event away from the public eye, reflecting their long-standing preference for......

Gianni Infantino, president of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), is facing increasing criticism after his leadership came under pressure following a controversial proposal involving private investment in the organization’s competitions. The former marketing director of the International Olympic Committee,......

Tensions between UEFA and FIFA have intensified following disagreements over the future management of the commercial rights associated with FIFA competitions, highlighting growing divisions within the leadership of world football. The dispute emerged after FIFA considered a proposal involving a new structure designed to attract private investment......

Moroccan defender Nayef Aguerd could be heading for a new chapter in his career in Qatar, with Al-Sadd reportedly closing in on a potential agreement with Olympique de Marseille for his transfer. According to reports from Foot Mercato, negotiations between the French club and the Qatari side have progressed significantly, with discussions......

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) has announced it will no longer support FIFA President Gianni Infantino's bid for another four-year term, following the collapse of a controversial proposal to sell a stake in the commercial rights of FIFA competitions. The decision represents a notable political setback for Infantino as preparations......

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the official draws for the preliminary rounds of the 2026–27 CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup will take place on Thursday at the organization's headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. The draw will officially launch a new continental club football season, with teams......

French cyclist Océane Mahé has used the opening of the 2026 Tour de France Femmes to highlight an often-overlooked health issue in elite sport, revealing that she has not had a menstrual cycle for the past three years due to significant weight loss linked to the demands of high-level competition. The 24-year-old rider, who wore......

Former India captain Sunil Chhetri has appealed to Tata Group to reverse its decision to withdraw Jamshedpur FC from the Indian Super League (ISL), warning that the conglomerate’s departure would deal a significant blow to the development of professional football in the country. The appeal came after Jamshedpur FC announced its intention......