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CONCACAF expresses deep frustration over Infantino's World Cup idea

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.

European football bodies call emergency meeting over FIFA investment plans

The French government has announced an emergency meeting involving European football's governing bodies to discuss FIFA's controversial plan to open commercial activities to private investors. The proposed changes have sparked widespread concerns over the future governance and financial integrity of the sport, prompting swift political intervention to ensure transparency.

FIFA probe Argentina stars over brawl and banner

FIFA has officially opened disciplinary proceedings against the Argentine Football Association (AFA), several high-profile players, and a member of the coaching staff following a series of controversial incidents. The investigation centers on a violent post-match brawl during the World Cup final against Spain and the display of a politically charged banner regarding the Falkland Islands.

Infantino’s power play puts soccer’s soul for sale

Gianni Infantino’s move to sell stakes in FIFA’s commercial rights is part of a disheartening trend stripping the soul from professional sports.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Press Conference

Dutch FA slams FIFA World Cup sale

The Dutch Football (KNVB) has become the latest major governing body to voice its opposition to FIFA president Gianni Infantino's controversial proposal to sell off stakes in the World Cup. The plan, which involves private investors taking ownership in a new commercial subsidiary, has sparked a civil war within the global game.

Infantino offers $40m incentive to FIFA members to back World Cup plan

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has presented member federations with a massive financial incentive to approve his controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. The 211 associations face a strict September 19 deadline to accept the proposal, which has already sparked severe backlash from major European governing bodies.

Pos	Team		P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	AFC Bournemouth		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2	Arsenal		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
3	Aston Villa		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
4	Brentford		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
5	Brighton & Hove Albion		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

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Brighton & Hove Albion

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most World Cup titles?

Brazil have won the World Cup five times, more than any other country. They first lifted the trophy in 1958, before successfully defending their title four years later. They then made it three in 1970, while also emerging victorious in 1994 and 2002 to show what they're made of.

How many teams are in the World Cup?

The most recent edition of the World Cup, which took place in Qatar in 2022, featured 32 teams. However, from the upcoming edition in 2026, as many as 48 teams will be contesting for the ultimate prize in international football. The number of teams that will be featuring has almost quadrupled since the inaugural edition in 1930, which hosted 13 teams.

Who has made the most World Cup appearances ever?

Lionel Messi holds the record of making the most appearances in World Cups, having represented Argentina 26 times across five editions.

Who is the all-time World Cup topscorer?

Germany's Miroslav Klose tops the all-time goalscoring charts in World Cups, having scored an incredible 16 goals in 24 games across four consecutive editions from 2002 to 2014.

Who is the oldest World Cup player and how old was he?

Egyptian legend Essam El Hadary is the oldest player to have ever featured in a World Cup game. The goalkeeper was 45 years and 161 days old when he participated in Egypt's 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia at the 2018 World Cup.

Who is the youngest World Cup player and how old was he?

Former Manchester United man Norman Whiteside is the youngest player ever to play a World Cup game. The midfielder was just 17 years and 41 days old when he featured for Northern Ireland in a game against Yugoslavia at the 1982 World Cup.

Which famous footballers have featured at the World Cup?

Pele, Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane, Gerd Muller, Roberto Baggio, Ronaldo, Romario, Eusebio, Johan Cruyff, David Villa, Sergio Ramos, Luka Modric, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo among others are some of the biggest legends in footballing history who have graced the pitch during World Cups.

Which famous managers have led teams at the World Cup?

The likes of Didier Deschamps, Franz Beckenbauer, Luiz Felipe Scolari, Vicente del Bosque, Vittorio Pozzo, Louis van Gaal, Sven-Goran Eriksson, and Ivica Osim are some of the most accomplished individuals to have managed at the World Cup finals.