Tag: Cup
Pressure rises on Infantino and FIFA’s World Cup investor plan as adviser resigns and Asia opposes
KUALA LUMPUR – Pressure is mounting on FIFA President Gianni Infantino as his controversial plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity faces...
UEFA members to boycott FIFA competitions in protest of World Cup private investors plan
The ongoing tension between UEFA and FIFA has reached a critical point, as UEFA has announced that European teams will not participate in FIFA...
Spain’s Marc Cucurella fulfills World Cup promise, gets tattoo of coach after win
In a memorable moment during the World Cup final, Spanish footballer Marc Cucurella made a promise that captured the attention of fans worldwide. He...
FIFA plan for Kushner-backed $20 billion operation to run World Cup meets fury from Europe’s UEFA
GENEVA – In a bold move that has generated significant controversy, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has unveiled plans to create a $20 billion company...
Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%
NEW YORK – It was the 11-minute performance heard around the world. Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS, and Shakira each brought abridged hits to the...
Victor Wembanyama to return to French national team on FIBA World Cup qualifying roster
San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama is set to return to lead the French national basketball team in a significant international tournament. The Fédération...