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Gianni Infantino gets internal support to stay on as Fifa president

Football's governing body acknowledged mistakes in handling the proposed World Cup commercial venture, while senior officials reaffirmed their support for president Gianni Infantino

Women's World Cup prompts NWSL to start 2027 season earlier than usual

The National Women's Soccer League will kick off its season earlier than ever before next year to work around the Women's World Cup in Brazil.

Matthias Jaissle takes charge as Newcastle coach, replacing Eddie Howe

Jaissle will immediately take charge of the Magpies in Spain at their preseason training camp, which concludes Saturday with a friendly match against Valencia at Mestalla Stadium

Liverpool icon Mohamed Salah lands in Istanbul ahead of Trabzonspor move

Mohamed Salah was greeted by cheering Trabzonspor fans in Istanbul on Wednesday as he closed in on a move to the Turkish club.

Why Vinicius Jr wants recognition, not just a bigger salary at Real Madrid

While the difference appears financial on paper, the negotiations are increasingly becoming a question of status where Vinicius fits in Madrid's new hierarchy following Mbappe's arrival.

RB Leipzig shuts down reports of completed Yan Diomande transfer to Madrid

The 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger has emerged as one of the hottest properties in world football following a sensational breakthrough campaign in the Bundesliga and an eye-catching FIFA World Cup.

Jamshedpur FC assures player contracts will be honoured after ISL exit

Vice President (Corporate Services) D B Sundara Raman said the club had communicated its decision transparently to the players before making it public

World Cup hero Pedro Brito leaves Cape Verde to coach RS Berkane in Morocco

Berkane said it hired Pedro Brito, who is better known by his nickname Bubista, on a two-year contract. He replaces Moine Chaabani, who was hired by his native Tunisia, another World Cup team

Former FIFA VP Prince Ali claims FIFA used 'blackmail' over payouts

Prince Ali said the Jordanian federation he leads still has not been paid money due for reaching the final of the FIFA Arab Cup played last December in Qatar

Mauricio Pochettino stays on as US coach after signing new 4-year deal

The 54-year-old Pochettino, who took over the national team in October 2024, led the U.S. to the round of 16 at this year's World Cup

Jamshedpur FC pulling out of ISL a punch in the gut: Sunil Chhetri

Jamshedpur FC, winners of the ISL Winners' Shield in the 2021-22 season, had announced their withdrawal from the ISL on July 31 just hours after missing the deadline for payment of participation fee.

Why Fifa's private investment plan has pushed the World Cup towards crisis

Fifa says the stake sale would unlock billions for development, but Uefa and Concacaf fear an opaque deal could make football's biggest events answerable to investors.

India to host Brazil in historic football friendly in Kolkata on October 3

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) confirmed the fixture on Wednesday after days of speculation following reports in Brazilian media

English football steps up sanctions to curb discrimination incidents

The Football Association confirmed plans on Thursday to strengthen sanctions on incidents involving race, religion and sexual orientation

Italy bring back Roberto Mancini after third straight World Cup failure

Italian soccer federation president Giovanni Malago announced Mancini as the new Italy coach on Tuesday

Why Yan Diomande is emerging as Real Madrid's next big target this summer?

The Ivory Coast international had appeared destined for Paris Saint-Germain, who have tracked him for months and reportedly remained his preferred destination.

Clinical Mohun Bagan beat rivals East Bengal 1-0 in Durand Cup opener

Sahal Abdul Samad's 52nd-minute strike proved decisive as Mohun Bagan made the most of their best opportunity.

How Rodri could become the missing piece in Real Madrid's midfield puzzle

According to multiple reports, Madrid are increasingly confident of striking a deal with Manchester City for the Ballon d'Or-winning midfielder.

IOC rules out pursuing Infantino over FIFA World Cup 2026 red-card row

The IOC said on Friday it has no jurisdiction to investigate Infantino's alleged lack of political neutrality

Australian World Cup player Volpato allegedly tests positive for cocaine

He was subjected to a roadside drug test which returned a positive result for cocaine, police said in a statement on Friday