Football Association chair Debbie Hewitt has launched a scathing critique of FIFA's current leadership, demanding full transparency regarding a series of recent scandals. Hewitt, who also serves as a FIFA vice-president, has formally requested that president Gianni Infantino release all internal documents concerning a failed plan to sell off World Cup commercial rights and the mysterious overturning of Folarin Balogun's suspension.
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham has thrown his weight behind Lionel Messi to land yet another Ballon d'Or title after the legendary forward reached a century of goals for the MLS outfit. The former England captain believes Messi's continued excellence at the age of 39, combined with his talismanic performances on the world stage, makes him the standout candidate for football's most prestigious individual accolade.
Thomas Tuchel has sensationally admitted that he felt he was waiting for "death" during England’s devastating World Cup semi-final exit at the hands of Argentina. The Three Lions boss, who previously pointed to the nation’s footballing DNA as a cause for failure, has now taken full responsibility for a tactical retreat that backfired on the biggest stage of all.
