Keywords: Sports business


UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF challenge Infantino over proposed World Cup rights deal

The leadership of three major football confederations has publicly challenged FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his handling of a proposed transaction involving a stake in the commercial rights to the World Cup, calling for an independent examination of the events surrounding the abandoned plan. UEFA,......

Adidas to return as Olympique de Marseille’s official kit supplier from the 2028/29 season

Adidas is set to become the official kit supplier of Olympique de Marseille once again, marking the return of one of football’s longest-standing commercial partnerships. The German sportswear company is expected to replace Puma beginning with the 2028/29 season, signaling a new chapter for the......

Infantino’s alleged financial gains raise questions over controversial World Cup project

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......

Wales withdraws backing for Gianni Infantino after FIFA commercial rights plan collapses

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......

Sunil Chhetri urges Tata Group to reconsider Jamshedpur FC exit from Indian Super League

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......

Infantino withdraws FIFA private investment proposal after global criticism

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn a proposal to introduce private investors into part of FIFA's commercial operations following strong opposition from football organizations and growing concerns over the future governance of the world's governing body for football. The proposal......

FIFA-UEFA dispute raises questions over 2030 World Cup preparations as Morocco remains outside the European disagreement

Growing tensions between FIFA and UEFA have sparked fresh debate over the future organization of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which is scheduled to be jointly hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal. While the tournament plans remain unchanged, the disagreement over FIFA’s proposed commercial reforms......

Cristiano Ronaldo explores fiction with upcoming series “Day 1s”

Cristiano Ronaldo could soon take on a new role away from professional football, with the Portuguese star reportedly linked to “Day 1s,” a drama series exploring the hidden world of the football industry. The project is expected to take viewers behind the scenes of professional football,......

UEFA Escalates Pressure on FIFA Over Reported World Cup Commercial Sale

UEFA has strongly criticized reports that FIFA is considering selling a stake in the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup to private investors, warning that such a move could cross a major line in football governance. In a statement published on social media, European football’s governing body......