Ilkay Gündogan, the Barcelona midfielder, recently made headlines by announcing his retirement from international football with Germany. This decision comes after his successful stint as the captain of the German national team during the European Championship earlier this summer. With 82 appearances and 19 goals under his belt, Gündogan leaves behind a remarkable legacy. In
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In a significant move that marks a new era for FIFA, the international football governing body has inked a groundbreaking sponsorship agreement with Bank of America. This historic deal comes on the heels of FIFA’s recent partnership with Saudi Arabian firm Aramco, signaling a shift towards rebuilding its reputation and global brand following the corruption
Javier Aguirre, a seasoned coach with previous experience leading Mexico’s men’s national team through World Cup qualifiers, has once again stepped in to rescue El Tri. With his appointment confirmed in a press conference last week, Aguirre’s return marks a new era for the team. Alongside him stands Rafa Marquez, a Mexican soccer legend who
Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski recently shared his concerns about the overwhelming amount of football being played, suggesting that it could potentially lead to a decline in the overall quality of the games. With the inclusion of more games in the Champions League and the demands of both club and national team matches, players like Lewandowski
Javier Aguirre, the 65-year-old coach, expressed his unwavering loyalty to Mexico as he was introduced as the coach for the national team for the third time. His commitment to his country was evident as he mentioned, “I can’t say no to my country, to my national team.” This statement shows his dedication and patriotism towards
Recently, FIFA extended an olive branch to global groups of soccer leagues and player unions in an attempt to resolve a three-month dispute over the crowded competitions calendar. The World Leagues Association and FIFPRO were on the brink of legal action against FIFA due to the continuous addition of games and tournaments that were putting
Saudi Arabia has set its eyes on the 2034 FIFA World Cup and is leaving no stone unturned in its bid to secure the hosting rights. One of the most extraordinary aspects of their bid is the plan to construct 11 new stadiums, with one of them being built an astounding 350 meters above the
Recently, FIFA received the formal bid books from seven member federations who are vying to host the World Cups in 2030 and 2034. While the 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, Saudi Arabia stands as the sole candidate for the 2034 tournament. The bidding process for hosting
After a series of ups and downs, Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand made the decision to step down from his position on Friday. Following Denmark’s elimination in the round of 16 by Germany in the Euro 2024 tournament, Hjulmand felt that the team needed a fresh start and new energy moving forward. This marked the end
The recent chaos that ensued at the Copa América final between Argentina and Colombia at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, has led to a blame game between the stadium authorities and the CONMEBOL organizing body. Despite the presence of over 800 law enforcement officers and reportedly exceeding security recommendations, the uncontrollable situation