FIFA could lose their tax-exempt status in the United States after a complaint was filed calling for an investigation into claims that someone on their payroll worked privately as Gianni Infantino's housekeeper in Miami. World football's governing body insist their president personally pays for any domestic staff and have accused critics of trying to undermine him.
Javier Tebas, president of the Spanish league, has warned of the increasing risks facing domestic football competitions, arguing that the repercussions of certain footballing decisions and institutions are no longer merely a potential threat, but have already become a reality the game is living through.
FIFA has officially announced that the United States will play host to the first-ever Women’s Club World Cup in 2028, marking a massive milestone for the professional game. Alongside this landmark hosting decision, the governing body has committed to a significant financial boost for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil to ensure players and clubs receive greater rewards than ever before.
Former Tottenham Hotspur and Switzerland defender Ramon Vega has officially announced his intention to challenge current president Gianni Infantino in the upcoming FIFA presidential elections. Vega is the very first candidate to publicly declare a run against Infantino, capitalising on growing dissatisfaction among European federations regarding the governing body's leadership.
Former Fluminense midfielder Felipe Melo has jokingly demanded that Manchester City be stripped of their 2023 Club World Cup trophy following their financial rule breaches. The Brazilian icon claimed the title should now be awarded to the Rio de Janeiro club after the English giants were found guilty of breaking regulations.
