FIFA Accelerates Evaluation of Expanding World Cup to 64 Teams by 2030
FIFA is looking to accelerate the process of expanding the World Cup. In an official document, the organization announced its search for an independent agency to evaluate the feasibility of increasing the tournament from 48 to 64 teams as early as the…
South Africa Part Ways with Coach Hugo Broos Following World Cup Exit
The South African national football team has officially announced the departure of Hugo Broos from his role as head coach. His resignation came a month after Bafana Bafana’s exit in the round of 32 at the World Cup against Canada. The 74-year-old…
FIFA’s Kevin Lamour Opposes Infantino’s World Cup Investment Plan
Kevin Lamour, the third-ranking official within FIFA, has publicly condemned President Gianni Infantino’s controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors. In a statement to the press, the French executive criticized the…
Emers Fae Steps Down as Ivory Coast National Team Coach
Emers Faé has officially stepped down as head coach of the Ivory Coast national team. The 42-year-old coach chose not to renew his contract, which is set to expire this Friday. Faé took charge of the Elephants in February 2024, assuming control during…
Manchester United Enters Race to Sign Norway Goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland
Norway’s goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland was one of the standout performers for his team at the 2026 World Cup. Thanks largely to his efforts, the Norwegians, making their first World Cup appearance in 30 years, managed to reach the quarterfinals of the…
Estonian FA President Insists Football Must Remain in Footballers’ Hands
Aivar Pohlak, President of the Estonian Football Association (EJL), has voiced serious concerns regarding FIFA’s plan to partially privatize its flagship tournaments, including the World Cup. “The FIFA proposal raises three major issues for…
FIFA Opens Disciplinary Case Against Argentine Football Association
The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has initiated disciplinary proceedings against the Argentine Football Association due to the conduct of the Argentina national team during the 2026 World Cup matches, according to official FIFA sources. These proceedings…
Luka Modric to Retire from Croatia Duty After October Nations League Match
Renowned Croatian midfielder Luka Modrić is set to play his final match for the national team this autumn. It has been confirmed that Modrić will end his international career on October 6, in a UEFA Nations League clash against Spain in Split. The…
UEFA Plans Own World Championship Amid FIFA Tournament Boycott
European football officials have already drafted plans that could serve as the foundation for launching their own version of the World Cup, following UEFA’s announcement that its member nations will boycott FIFA tournaments. This decision comes in…
AFC Rejects FIFA Plan, Weakening Infantino’s Support Base
The Asian Football Confederation has rejected FIFA’s proposal to hand over the organization of World Cup tournaments to private investors. It has joined UEFA and CONCACAF in opposing Gianni Infantino’s plan. The future of FIFA president…