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World cup 2026: U.S. host cities demand millions in payments from FIFA

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is facing a new financial controversy as several American host cities reportedly demand millions of dollars in promised payments from football’s global governing body. According to reports from The Athletic, the 11 U.S. cities that hosted World Cup matches are seeking the......

Blatter calls for a woman to lead FIFA

Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter has called for the world football governing body to be led by a woman, suggesting Norwegian football official Liz Klaveness as a strong candidate for the role. His comments come at a time of growing debate over FIFA's leadership and governance ahead of the organization's......

Rabat prepares to host pivotal FIFA presidential election amid growing calls for leadership change

As preparations continue for the next FIFA presidential election, scheduled to take place in Rabat in March 2027, growing debate over the future leadership of world football is attracting international attention. The election is expected to be one of the most closely watched in recent years, with discussions......

Infantino holds emergency FIFA meeting in Rabat as leadership pressure grows

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is holding an emergency meeting with senior officials in Rabat, Morocco, as the organization faces growing internal pressure following the withdrawal of a proposed commercial restructuring project linked to the FIFA World Cup. The meeting comes at a sensitive moment for......

Morocco launches $270 million tender for Grand Casablanca Stadium infrastructure

Morocco has taken another major step in the development of the Grand Casablanca Stadium by launching an international public tender for the external infrastructure surrounding the future sports complex. The project, valued at approximately MAD 2.68 billion (around USD 270 million), reflects the country's......

The FIFA presidential crisis is escalating... Will Infantino resort to political support to save his position?

The leadership of FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing increasing pressure following controversy surrounding the organization’s commercial strategy and reports suggesting possible attempts to secure political support ahead of the next presidential election in 2027. The crisis emerged after......

FIFA leadership debate grows as speculation surrounds the next presidential election

The debate over the future leadership of FIFA has intensified following recent discussions surrounding the organization's long-term strategy and governance. While current FIFA President Gianni Infantino is widely expected to seek another term, growing speculation has emerged about who could potentially......

Arsène Wenger distances himself from FIFA private investment plan amid governance debate

Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger has publicly distanced himself from FIFA’s abandoned plan to bring private investors into the organisation, saying the decision to withdraw the project was “absolutely necessary.” Wenger, who currently serves as FIFA’s chief of global......

U.S. Soccer extends Mauricio Pochettino’s contract through 2030 World Cup

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......