The Argentine Football Association (AFA) announced the passing of legendary World Cup-winning coach Cesar Luis Menotti at the age of 85. Menotti, a former player for Rosario Central, Boca Juniors, and Santos, had a remarkable coaching career that left a lasting impact on Argentine football. His coaching journey began at Newell’s Old Boys and culminated
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The children of the late soccer legend Diego Maradona have recently made a request to authorities in Argentina. They are seeking permission to transfer Maradona’s body from its current resting place in a private cemetery to a newly constructed mausoleum in Buenos Aires. The purpose of this move is to provide fans from all over
In a move that has raised eyebrows and sparked controversy, FIFA announced a sponsorship deal with Saudi Arabia’s state oil firm Aramco. This partnership further solidifies the already close ties between FIFA and the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The deal, which runs through 2027, includes sponsorship of the upcoming men’s World Cup in 2026, which
Recently, FIFA announced its plan to create dozens of new committees and expert panels, which signifies a significant departure from the governance reform that was passed in 2016. This decision comes at a time when the world football body was embroiled in corruption scandals, leading to a comprehensive review of its management structure and principles.
Richarlison, the talented forward from Brazil and Tottenham, recently opened up about his struggles with depression following the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Despite finishing as Brazil’s leading scorer in the tournament, Richarlison found himself battling troubling thoughts and feeling ready to “give up.” He revealed that he even sought psychological help, which he describes
Austria made headlines with a lightning-fast goal scored by Christoph Baumgartner against Slovakia, setting a new record for the fastest goal in Austrian national team history. Baumgartner’s incredible feat of finding the net just six seconds into the match left fans in awe as he weaved past defenders and struck a low finish from 20
Recently, FIFA announced that president Gianni Infantino’s base salary was raised by 33% last year, bringing his total pay package to over $4.67 million. This raise was attributed to his re-election in March 2023, extending his presidency to 11 years. Infantino’s pre-tax base salary saw a significant increase, surpassing $2.78 million, while his annual bonus
Saudi Arabia recently made waves in the world of football by launching their formal campaign to host the prestigious 2034 FIFA World Cup. This bid, which seemed like a sure thing since the Gulf nation was the sole candidate in the running, marks a significant moment in the country’s sports history. A Symbolic Logo and
Pep Guardiola, the esteemed manager of Manchester City, has expressed his desire to take on the role of managing a national team at a major tournament before he concludes his coaching career. Despite having a contract with Manchester City until 2025, Guardiola has not dismissed the possibility of extending his stay with the club. His
Club América, a prominent football club in Liga MX, recently made its debut in the stock market as a spin-off from Televisa, Mexico’s largest broadcaster. The shares of the club, also known as Ollamani, experienced a significant surge of up to 200% on their first day of trading. This remarkable increase led to brief market