What you need to know about FIFA's private investment plan — and the backlash
Less than two weeks since the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, soccer is once again front-page news thanks to a new proposal by FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
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New Zealand get rapturous reception as S.Africa tour begins in Cape Town 'home'
CAPE TOWN, July 31 : New Zealand are relishing the opportunity to play an old-school tour of South Africa for the first time in 30 years but are well aware of the challenge of facing the four-times world champions in their own backyard.
CONCACAF chief Montagliani considering FIFA presidency challenge to Infantino, report says
July 31 : North American football chief Victor Montagliani is "making moves" towards challenging Gianni Infantino for the FIFA presidency in next March's election, The i Paper reported on Friday, citing sources.
Former AC Milan captain Franco Baresi, one of Italy’s most acclaimed defenders, dies at 66
MILAN: Franco Baresi, the former AC Milan captain who was one of Italy’s most acclaimed defenders, has died. He was 66. His death was announced on Friday by Milan, the soccer club where he spent his entire 20-year playing career.
AC Milan and Italy great Franco Baresi dies aged 66
Former AC Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi has died aged 66.
Former AC Milan and Italy defender Baresi dead at 66
ROME, July 31 : Former AC Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi, one of the most recognisable players of the golden era of Italian football in the 1980s and 1990s, has died at the age of 66, his former club said on Friday.
England defender Stones joins Inter Milan on two-year deal
July 30 : England defender John Stones has joined Inter Milan on a two-year deal after leaving Manchester City at the end of last season, the Serie A champions said on Thursday.
Newcastle manager Howe steps down with immediate effect say media reports
July 30 : Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has stepped down from his role with immediate effect and will be replaced by Al Ahli coach Matthias Jaissle, British media reported on Thursday.