World Cup
Lionel Messi scores in emotional farewell game for Argentina
Lionel Messi brought his 21-year international career to a close, scoring once and providing two assists in a 3-0 victory over Benin in Buenos Aires.
Lionel Messi describes final Argentina appearance as saddest day
Lionel Messi bid an emotional farewell to the Argentina national team following a 3-0 victory over Benin, concluding a historic 21-year international career.
FIFA accuses UEFA of misinformation campaign to influence presidency
FIFA claims UEFA is orchestrating a misinformation campaign and using legal filings to undermine Gianni Infantino's upcoming March 2027 election bid.
Anthony Gordon urges England to stop trying to replicate Spain
Barcelona winger Anthony Gordon has urged England to abandon attempts to replicate Spain's possession-based football and instead embrace their own national strengths.
Lionel Messi unsure how much longer he will play after father's death
Lionel Messi has cast doubt on his football future following the death of his father and longtime agent, Jorge Messi, after a prolonged illness.
Donald Trump Backs Gianni Infantino and Warns FIFA Against Replacing Him
U.S. President Donald Trump publicly defended FIFA president Gianni Infantino, warning that removing him would be a terrible mistake amid pressure from global football confederations.
Jorge Messi, Father and Longtime Agent of Lionel Messi, Dies at 68
Jorge Messi, who guided his son Lionel's football career and helped fund his early medical treatments, has passed away at the age of 68.
UEFA loses confidence in FIFA chief Infantino after scrapped World Cup plan
UEFA has declared a loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the collapse of his controversial plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.
FIFA scraps World Cup investment plan after widespread backlash
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned a plan to sell a 20% stake in a commercial subsidiary following a boycott threat from UEFA and widespread backlash.
Franco Baresi, iconic Milan and Italy legend, dies aged 66
Franco Baresi, the iconic AC Milan and Italy defender who won six Serie A titles and spent his entire 20-year career with the club, has died at age 66.
European nations and CONCACAF boycott FIFA over private equity plan
European nations and CONCACAF sparked a crisis in global soccer governance by rejecting FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell tournament stakes to private equity investors.
UEFA announces World Cup boycott over FIFA plans to sell tournament stakes
UEFA and its 55 member associations declared a sweeping boycott of FIFA competitions over a controversial plan to sell minority stakes to private investors.
UEFA Votes to Boycott World Cup Over FIFA Private Investment Plan
UEFA has voted to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, in protest of a controversial plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors.
Gianni Infantino slams World Cup critics for spreading hate
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hit back at 2026 World Cup critics in a social media essay, dismissing controversies and visa disputes.
Saka hat trick leads England to 6-4 win over France in World Cup bronze …
England secured third place in a historic 6-4 win against France as Bukayo Saka's hat trick overshadowed Kylian Mbappé's new World Cup scoring record.
France and England face off in World Cup third-place consolation match
France and England face off in a World Cup third-place playoff, serving as a final match for manager Didier Deschamps and a chance for both squads to rebound.
UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over World Cup Falklands banner
British officials have condemned Argentina's use of a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner as an unacceptable violation of FIFA's political neutrality regulations.
Tuchel to remain as England manager following World Cup exit
The Football Association has confirmed Thomas Tuchel will continue as head coach despite intense criticism over tactical substitutions during England's World Cup defeat to Argentina.
Argentina players face potential FIFA sanction over Falklands banner
Argentina's players are under investigation by FIFA for displaying a political banner about the Falklands during their World Cup semi-final against England.
England midfielder Declan Rice fit to start World Cup semi-final
Declan Rice has been cleared to play in England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina following a full recovery from a recent illness. The Arsenal midfielder is expected to return to Thomas Tuchel's starting lineup for the match in Atlanta.