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A report highlights the ongoing corruption within FIFA under Gianni Infantino, suggesting it surpasses the era of Sepp Blatter and questions the morality of African football leadership, particularly Patrice Motsepe's relationship with Infantino.
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.
With the FIFA World Cup a month away, football takes a backseat to political issues, including Iran's participation, peace efforts, ticket prices, and Gianni Infantino being labeled a 'dictator' by Sepp Blatter.
Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter suggested Lise Klaveness as a new FIFA president, prompting a reminder from the Norwegian Football Federation president about Blatter's past controversial statements.
The recent World Cup final drew a record 63 million viewers in the United States across Fox and Telemundo, signaling soccer's growing mainstream appeal. This viewership made it the most-watched soccer telecast in US TV history.
Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter has backed calls to boycott the upcoming football World Cup, set to be co-hosted by the US. He stated a former colleague was 'right' to advise supporters to boycott.
Former FIFA head Sepp Blatter has criticized the organization following the World Cup and expressed his desire to see a woman replace Gianni Infantino as president of the International Football Federation.
The FIFA World Cup is progressing to the quarter-finals, with Erling Haaland equaling a rare World Cup record. Belgium has been allowed to appeal a decision regarding Folarin Balogun less than 24 hours before their match, adding to the tournament's drama.