Three confederations have rejected Infantino’s plans to seek private investment in a company which would run the World Cup.

UEFA, CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation have already rejected plans to create private company FIFA Forward Enterprise.

FIFA is proposing to sell a 20 per cent stake in FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) to private investors.

European nations say their opposition to FIFA’s plans are “unanimous and unequivocal”.

Fifa’s plan has drawn a furious reaction from Uefa while a leagues body chaired by Richard Masters has urged Fifa to withdraw it

FIFA has confirmed its plans to create FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE).

The FIFA president posted a lengthy open letter defending his organisation’s handling of this summer’s tournament in North America.

Children swarmed around the Cabo Verde international footballer to get a chance of an autograph, a selfie, or a high five.

The singer, 52, got viewers talking when a small white object fell from his mouth and on to his microphone during a live TV interview.

Gennaro Gattuso resigned as Italy head coach after failing to qualify for this summer’s World Cup.

The actor spoke fondly of the Scottish football fans.

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The 25-year-old Chelsea midfielder was shown a red card for a second bookable offence on Sunday night.

Argentina were looking to make it back-to-back World Cup tournament victories but were beaten 1-0 by Spain in extra time.

The singer returned to Roberto Cavalli 16 years after the 2010 World Cup, joined by Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS.

The 52-year-old singer drew attention for an appearance on German TV channel Magenta Sport.

The broadcaster made the announcement the day after Spain beat Argentina in the 2026 Fifa World Cup final.

The World Cup was saved by Spain overcoming anti-football Argentina in one of the worst finals ever, and certainly the worst in living memory

Mbappe scored twice in Saturday’s madcap third-place play-off against England to take his tally to 10 goals in this summer’s tournament.

Substitute Torres eventually slammed home at the start of the second period of extra time.

The 11-minute performance on Sunday also saw Justin Bieber step on to the pitch along with Burna Boy and Korean pop group BTS.

Grammy-award winning singer Jennifer Hudson delivered a rendition of the US national anthem.

Argentina turned a 1-0 deficit in Atlanta on Wednesday into a 2-1 victory courtesy of two late goals.

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NFL great Tom Brady described the photos as “very prophetic”.

The civic reception will honour his achievements and highlight the vital role local clubs such as Lourdes Celtic play in nurturing young talent and strengthening communities across Dublin.

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland challenged Rooney to stick to his word.

England were knocked out of the World Cup in a 2-1 defeat to Argentina.

England captain will be 36 in four years and could draw inspiration from Argentina’s Lionel Messi.

It came as the World Cup holders beat England 2-1 on Wednesday night.

The eyes of the footballing world will be on Atlanta on Wednesday evening for the clash with Argentina.

A video of David Clifford's penalty during Kerry's All-Ireland semi-final victory over Dublin has gone viral with over 24 million views

Brian Cox was a guest on ITV's World Cup coverage on Tuesday and he didn't miss the opportunity to bring up Alex Ferguson in conversation with Roy Keane

Brian Cox was a guest on ITV's World Cup coverage on Tuesday and he didn't miss the opportunity to bring up Alex Ferguson in conversation with Roy Keane

Lionel Messi and Co lie in wait in Atlanta on Wednesday as the sides seek to seal a place in Sunday’s MetLife Stadium showpiece against Spain.

Rumours suggest the show might break Fifa’s rules by extending the interval from 15 to 25 minutes.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been accused of breaching political neutrality rules.

Pedro Porro doubled the lead in the 58th minute after a one-two with Dani Olmo sent him through to finish past Mike Maignan.

The teams meet in Dallas on Tuesday night.

Roy Keane and Alf-Inge Haaland have a bad history after two infamous incidents from their playing days, and the feud has now resurfaced

Police said the body was discovered at a property in the Cape Town neighbourhood of Schotsche Kloof.

The back-to-back European Championship finalists were made to sweat in Florida as they came from behind to seal the win in extra time.

Fabian Ruiz had given Spain the lead after 30 minutes, but Belgium rallied before the interval and breached their opponents’ normally rock-solid defence through the in-form Charles De Ketelaere.