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A powerful earthquake in Colombia has killed at least 132 people, making it one of the strongest in recent years. The seismic event also led to the postponement of two continental football matches.
CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez announced on social media that the 2030 FIFA World Cup is expected to feature an unprecedented 64-team format. This expansion would significantly increase the scale of the tournament.
Germany and Ivory Coast are set to clash in a high-stakes match for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with discussions surrounding key players like Jamal Musiala and Yan Diomande. The broader World Cup preparations also include volunteer contributions, host city assessments, and FIFA's use of country abbreviations.
Members of the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) have decided to support current FIFA President Gianni Infantino if he seeks re-election. Infantino has not yet announced whether he will run for a third term.
FIFA has scrapped its controversial plan to sell a stake in the World Cup and other competitions, following widespread backlash and threats of boycott from UEFA and other football confederations. The decision came after significant opposition to the proposed $20 billion private equity deal.
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin boycotted the FIFA World Cup final in protest against FIFA. This decision highlighted ongoing tensions between the two football governing bodies.
Day 4 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 featured significant victories for Sweden and Germany, while Japan held the Netherlands to a 2-2 draw. Ivory Coast also secured a win against Ecuador, and a Swedish player scored a historic goal in just 17 seconds.
The South American football confederation CONMEBOL has announced its support for Gianni Infantino should he seek re-election as president of FIFA next year.
Conmebol has revealed the designs for new commemorative champion patches that will be worn by teams that have previously won the Copa Libertadores, celebrating their past victories.
Norway and Morocco have advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time, while Egypt has filed a complaint against FIFA and the referee following their controversial exit. The tournament continues to generate discussion about player performances and future prospects.
Flamengo takes the field this Thursday (16) at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), when they host Independiente Medellín at the Maracanã for the second round of the 2026 Conmebol Libertadores.With three poi...
South America's football confederation, CONMEBOL, has announced its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to serve a fourth term.