Bayern Munich board member for sport Max Eberl has condemned in the strongest possible terms the plans revealed by FIFA president Gianni Infantino regarding the sale of stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
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.
Marc Cucurella has proven to be a man of his word by unveiling a permanent tribute to Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente after his country's 2026 World Cup success. The Real Madrid left-back made a bold promise at the start of Spain's campaign in North America and has now shared the final results with his millions of followers.
Borussia Dortmund lost Wednesday's friendly at Japanese top-flight side Cerezo Osaka 1-0 after a disappointing performance. But that was not all: a bitter injury and whistles aimed at a youngster followed.
Mateus Fernandes' absence from Tottenham's clash with Sydney FC has been explained after rumours the £85m summer signing had suffered an injury. The Portuguese midfielder, who recently completed a high-profile move from London rivals West Ham, had featured in both of Spurs' opening pre-season fixtures before being sidelined for the clash at Allianz Stadium.
In a landmark ruling that has sent shockwaves through South American football, Internacional defender Victor Gabriel has been suspended from all competitive action until his opponent recovers from a serious injury. The Brazilian Superior Court of Sports Justice handed down the unprecedented sanction following a challenge that left Cruzeiro forward Gabriel Pec with a broken leg.
Real Madrid are facing a race against time to secure the future of Vinicius Junior as internal tensions and external interest from Arsenal threaten to end his era at the Santiago Bernabeu. With the Brazilian's current deal rapidly approaching its final stages, ex-Blancos goalkeeper Santi Canizares has questioned the board's handling of their prized asset.
Thomas Tuchel's England arrived at the FIFA World Cup 2026 as tournament favorites, only to crash out in the semi-finals against eventual runners-up Argentina, and the real story isn't bad luck, it's a tactical gamble.
Harry Kane is reportedly prepared to commit his long-term future to Bayern Munich, with the German giants planning to offer the England captain a contract extension once he returns from his post-World Cup break. Despite being 33 years old, the prolific forward remains the cornerstone of the club's sporting project and is open to adapting his game to prolong his career at the highest level.
