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Vinícius Jr. agrees new 6-year deal to stay at Real Madrid

Vinícius Júnior has accepted Real Madrid‘s latest contract offer, ending months of speculation by agreeing a new deal at the…

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August 7, 2026

FIFPRO accuses Gianni Infantino of ‘profound abuse of power’ over World Cup plan

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has been accused of a “profound abuse of presidential power” by the world players’ union over…

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August 7, 2026

UEFA stands by World Cup boycott plans despite FIFA, Gianni Infantino apology

UEFA has said its participating members could still boycott FIFA competitions including the World Cup despite Gianni Infantino’s apology statement.…

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August 6, 2026

English FA maintains that Gianni Infantino wrong president despite FIFA support – report

The Football Association continues to believe Gianni Infantino is no longer the right man to lead FIFA despite his own…

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August 6, 2026

Yan Diomande leaves RB Leipzig camp to complete Real Madrid move – sources

Yan Diomande left RB Leipzig’s preseason camp on Thursday to undergo a medical in Spain ahead of his move to…

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August 6, 2026

Barcelona considering Rodri move as Real Madrid transfer talks stall – sources

Talks between Real Madrid and Rodri have stalled in recent days, multiple sources have told ESPN, with Barcelona monitoring the…

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August 6, 2026

Spain’s sports minister says country ‘deserves’ to host 2030 World Cup final, not Morocco

Spain “deserves” to host the 2030 World Cup final, according to the country’s sports minister Milagros Tolón. FIFA has yet…

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August 6, 2026

Argentina announce commemorative day to celebrate World Cup win over England

Argentina‘s Football Association unanimously approved for July 15 to be ‘National Football Teams Day’ in commemoration of the Albiceleste‘s victory…

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August 6, 2026

‘Rock star’ Matthias Jaissle the perfect man for ‘Newcastle 2.0’ – club CEO

Newcastle United CEO David Hopkinson has called new head coach Matthias Jaissle a “rock star” with “no ceiling on where…

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August 6, 2026

Infantino given FIFA board’s ‘full support’ but admits ‘mistakes’

FIFA said Wednesday it had apologized for errors made over Gianni Infantino’s failed plan to sell stakes in the World…

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August 6, 2026

Vinícius Jr. agrees new 6-year deal to stay at Real MadridAugust 7, 2026
Vinícius Júnior has accepted Real Madrid‘s latest contract offer, ending months of speculation by agreeing a new deal at the club until 2032, the Spanish giants confirmed on Thursday. It came a day after the star forward’s representatives held talks with club executives in a meeting that left his camp feeling optimistic about reaching an… Read more: Vinícius Jr. agrees new 6-year deal to stay at Real Madrid
FIFPRO accuses Gianni Infantino of ‘profound abuse of power’ over World Cup planAugust 7, 2026
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has been accused of a “profound abuse of presidential power” by the world players’ union over his plan to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors. FIFPro, which is comprised of over 70 player unions worldwide, said footballers’ confidence in FIFA had been “fundamentally broken” by the conduct… Read more: FIFPRO accuses Gianni Infantino of ‘profound abuse of power’ over World Cup plan
UEFA stands by World Cup boycott plans despite FIFA, Gianni Infantino apologyAugust 6, 2026
UEFA has said its participating members could still boycott FIFA competitions including the World Cup despite Gianni Infantino’s apology statement. On Wednesday, FIFA apologised for its plans to sell off stakes of the World Cup, acknowleding that “mistakes were made.” Following a meeting in Rabat, Morocco of senior FIFA leadership, the governing body said it… Read more: UEFA stands by World Cup boycott plans despite FIFA, Gianni Infantino apology
English FA maintains that Gianni Infantino wrong president despite FIFA support – reportAugust 6, 2026
The Football Association continues to believe Gianni Infantino is no longer the right man to lead FIFA despite his own organisation throwing its “full support” behind him on Wednesday night. FA sources had indicated earlier this week it was sending a letter to FIFA confirming it no longer supports his candidacy for re-election at next… Read more: English FA maintains that Gianni Infantino wrong president despite FIFA support – report
Yan Diomande leaves RB Leipzig camp to complete Real Madrid move – sourcesAugust 6, 2026
Yan Diomande left RB Leipzig’s preseason camp on Thursday to undergo a medical in Spain ahead of his move to Real Madrid, sources told ESPN. The Ivorian winger is on the verge of completing a deal worth up to €140 million ($188m). Madrid will pay a €125 million fee, plus €15 million in potential add-ons.… Read more: Yan Diomande leaves RB Leipzig camp to complete Real Madrid move – sources
Barcelona considering Rodri move as Real Madrid transfer talks stall – sourcesAugust 6, 2026
Talks between Real Madrid and Rodri have stalled in recent days, multiple sources have told ESPN, with Barcelona monitoring the situation as they consider a move if negotiations break down. ESPN reported last month that Madrid were considering signing the Manchester City star — who has a year left on his contract at City —… Read more: Barcelona considering Rodri move as Real Madrid transfer talks stall – sources
Spain’s sports minister says country ‘deserves’ to host 2030 World Cup final, not MoroccoAugust 6, 2026
Spain “deserves” to host the 2030 World Cup final, according to the country’s sports minister Milagros Tolón. FIFA has yet to make a decision on which country will stage the title game with Spain, Portugal and Morocco the main co-hosts for the 2030 edition. Football’s world governing body denied on Wednesday a media report suggesting… Read more: Spain’s sports minister says country ‘deserves’ to host 2030 World Cup final, not Morocco
Argentina announce commemorative day to celebrate World Cup win over EnglandAugust 6, 2026
Argentina‘s Football Association unanimously approved for July 15 to be ‘National Football Teams Day’ in commemoration of the Albiceleste‘s victory over England in the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup. Trailing 1-0 going into the 85th minute, Argentina rallied for a 2-1 victory over England to reach the final for the second successive World Cup.… Read more: Argentina announce commemorative day to celebrate World Cup win over England
‘Rock star’ Matthias Jaissle the perfect man for ‘Newcastle 2.0’ – club CEOAugust 6, 2026
Newcastle United CEO David Hopkinson has called new head coach Matthias Jaissle a “rock star” with “no ceiling on where his career could go.” The German was appointed on Wednesday following the departure of Eddie Howe after five years at the club, a move which Hopkinson said marked the beginning of his “Newcastle 2.0” project.… Read more: ‘Rock star’ Matthias Jaissle the perfect man for ‘Newcastle 2.0’ – club CEO
Infantino given FIFA board’s ‘full support’ but admits ‘mistakes’August 6, 2026
FIFA said Wednesday it had apologized for errors made over Gianni Infantino’s failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and that senior staff in attendance at a summit held in Morocco “reaffirmed their full support” for his presidency. World soccer’s governing body attempted to present a unified front amid the turbulence caused by… Read more: Infantino given FIFA board’s ‘full support’ but admits ‘mistakes’