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.
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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
Gareth Southgate, the current manager of the England national football team, has left the door open to the possibility of leading the team all the way to the 2026 World Cup. Despite his contract with the English Football Association coming to an end later this year, Southgate has expressed his willingness to assess his future
United States coach Gregg Berhalter is not only preparing his team for the 2026 World Cup, but he is also fueled by the prospect of the final being played in his home state of New Jersey, near MetLife Stadium. The sentimental value of potentially reaching the pinnacle of soccer just 15 minutes away from where