Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has launched a scathing attack on FIFA president Gianni Infantino, expressing his disgust at proposals to involve private investors in the World Cup. The outspoken Bavarian chief suggested that the global governing body has lost its way, prioritising commercial gain over the integrity of the sport.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended controversial plans to sell a minority stake in the World Cup following a furious backlash from regional confederations. Infantino insisted the $20 billion commercial proposal is merely an "opportunity" and "not an obligation" as consultation begins.
VfL Wolfsburg are doing in the second division what they always liked doing most in the Bundesliga: spending money hand over fist. Only the financial differences in the lower tier are even more extreme. Is that simply mad, or already a distortion of competition?
After speculation recently centred mainly on a move to Italy, Leon Goretzka now apparently has his sights set on a spectacular transfer to another country.
Karim Adeyemi is already making waves at the Ciutat Esportiva, with his new Barcelona team-mates left stunned by the German's explosive physical attributes. Alejandro Balde has been the first to lift the lid on the forward's integration, revealing that the pair have quickly hit it off during the club's pre-season preparations.
Mikel Arteta has called on his Arsenal players to push the club into a "different dimension" following their Premier League title triumph. The Spanish boss insists that ending their 22-year wait for the trophy is merely the baseline for future success.
In a statement on Instagram, Michael Olise looked back on the World Cup, expressing both disappointment and pride, and paid particular thanks to one person.
Borussia Dortmund have not yet managed to prise Said El Mala away from 1. FC Cologne. If an agreement is not reached soon, the forward could become even more expensive.
Max Eberl can envisage a sale of Hiroki Ito in this transfer window. The board member for sport also provided updates on Ismael Saibari, Lennart Karl, Serge Gnabry and Jamal Musiala. News and rumours about Bayern Munich.
Son Heung-Min scored twice, and the MLS All-Stars overcame some rocky defending to beat the Liga MX All-Stars 4-3 in a chaotic back-and-forth contest. The LAFC man was dominant in his 35 minutes of action, but Dean Smith's side struggled as they rotated and required some late heroics in defense to see off a Liga MX outfit that improved as the game wore on.
AC Milan have been forced to officially deny social media rumours claiming that club legend and honorary vice-president Franco Baresi has passed away. The Rossoneri acted quickly on Wednesday evening after false reports regarding the 66-year-old’s health began to circulate rapidly across various platforms.
Manchester United face a significant decision regarding their goalkeeping department as the summer transfer window enters its final stages. Despite a promising debut campaign from Belgian international Senne Lammens, questions are being raised about whether the youngster is truly ready to lead a title charge.
Liverpool defender Milos Kerkez has opened up on the whirlwind summer at Anfield that saw Andoni Iraola replaced Arne Slot in the dugout. The Hungarian international, who previously excelled under the Spaniard at Bournemouth, believes the new coaching regime is exactly what the Reds need to return to their best.
Gianni Infantino is facing fierce backlash after giving football associations an ultimatum to back a controversial plan to sell off part of FIFA to private investors. CONCACAF has expressed deep frustration over being kept in the dark about the proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise, highlighting a severe lack of communication and demanding better governance from global leaders.
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