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FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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Patrick Vieira appointed Senegal head coach, less than a year before World Cup
1998 World Cup winner with France, Patrick Vieira has officially been named Senegal head coach on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, less than a year before the World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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Fifa accused of 'management by fear' after World Cup critic Lamour is sacked
Kevin Lamour was removed as Fifa's chief operating officer just weeks after accusing president Gianni Infantino of deceiving staff over plans to sell commercial stakes in the World Cup. Norway FA chief Lise Klaveness called his departure a firing and condemned those who follow Infantino's orders.
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Blocked by Atlético, Barcelona turns to Arsenal's Gyökeres as Plan B
Still unable to secure Julian Alvarez, held back by Atlético Madrid, FC Barcelona has added Viktor Gyökeres to its list of backup options, according to Marca. A meeting between the Argentine and Atlético's board is expected this week.
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FIFA sacks chief operating officer Lamour weeks after he called on Infantino to resign
FIFA has confirmed the departure of chief operating officer Kevin Lamour, who last month accused president Gianni Infantino of deceiving staff over a now-scrapped plan to sell the World Cup to private investors and publicly called for Infantino to step down.
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Infantino loses Ireland and New Zealand backing as global support crumbles over World Cup sell-off
The Republic of Ireland and New Zealand have withdrawn their endorsement of Gianni Infantino, joining England, Wales and other European nations in opposing the FIFA president's re-election after his failed plan to sell private stakes in the World Cup.
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Scottish FA withdraws support for Infantino ahead of 2027 Fifa presidential vote
The Scottish Football Association has publicly withdrawn its backing for Fifa president Gianni Infantino, aligning with Uefa's collective stance. Chief executive Ian Maxwell confirmed the SFA will not vote for Infantino at the 2027 re-election.
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IFAB confirms Embolo red card against Argentina at World Cup was wrongly issued
Football's law-making body IFAB has clarified that Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off in the World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina, ruling the VAR protocol used to issue his second yellow card was incorrectly applied.
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FIFA charges Paredes and Molina with assault after World Cup final clash with Spain
FIFA has filed disciplinary charges against Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes and defender Nahuel Molina for striking Spain players after the World Cup final. The governing body also charged Argentina's federation over a political Falkland Islands banner displayed after the semifinal win over England.
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Minnesota Gophers adopt Norway's Viking Row celebration after World Cup debut captures fans
The Minnesota Golden Gophers will incorporate Norway's iconic Viking Row into their home-game celebrations this season, inspired by the tradition's viral moment at the 2026 World Cup and the state's deep Norwegian-American heritage.
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Fermín López reveals injury-hit summer cost him Spain's World Cup triumph at his peak
Barcelona midfielder Fermín López has described missing Spain's World Cup victory as "the worst summer" of his life, admitting he sought professional help to cope and initially could not bring himself to watch his teammates compete.
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Pochettino extends USMNT contract to lead USA through 2030 World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino has signed a new deal to remain as United States men's national team head coach through the 2030 World Cup, U.S. Soccer confirmed on Monday, following a round of 16 exit at the 2026 tournament on home soil.
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Xavi Hernandez named Netherlands head coach, becoming first foreign manager since 1978
Xavi Hernandez has been officially appointed as head coach of the Netherlands, replacing Ronald Koeman after the Oranje's round-of-32 exit at the 2026 World Cup. The 45-year-old becomes the first non-Dutch manager to lead the men's team in 47 years.
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Ancelotti confirms negotiations as Manchester City close in on €100m Bouaddi
Lille head coach Davide Ancelotti has acknowledged that negotiations are underway over 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with Manchester City understood to be leading the chase for the Morocco World Cup star at a reported €100m.
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Ronaldo hints current season at Al-Nassr will be his last in football
Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested the 2025-26 campaign will be his final season, telling Vogue he wants to 'leave a spectacular legacy' after 950 career goals and a record sixth World Cup appearance this summer.
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Konate fires back at Tuchel and vows France will honour Deschamps in England third-place clash
Ibrahima Konate has pushed back on Thomas Tuchel's claim that 'nobody wants to play' the World Cup third-place match, insisting France will give everything against England in Miami on Saturday to honour outgoing coach Didier Deschamps.
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Infantino holds White House talks as wildfire smog threatens World Cup final in New York
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is meeting with White House officials to address the health risks posed by Canadian wildfire smoke blanketing New York ahead of Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium.
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Hasselbaink blames England players' mentality, not Tuchel, for Argentina World Cup exit
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, a former assistant to Gareth Southgate, has argued that England's players bear greater responsibility than Thomas Tuchel for the semi-final collapse against Argentina, singling out a defensive mentality shift after the opening goal.
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MetLife smog row exposes four stadiums better suited to host World Cup final
Hazardous wildfire smog from Canada has blanketed New York and New Jersey ahead of Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium, with FIFA insisting air quality will improve despite conditions currently rated 'very unhealthy'.
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Zidane inherits disappointing Dembélé World Cup as priority issue
Despite a hat-trick against Norway, Ousmane Dembélé delivered a World Cup below his Paris Saint-Germain level. Zinédine Zidane, whose appointment as France manager could be made official next week, will need to elevate the Blues winger's performance.
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PSG submits third offer to Monaco for Akliouche
Paris Saint-Germain has submitted a third proposal to AS Monaco for attacking midfielder Maghnes Akliouche, moving closer to the €50 million demanded by the Monégasque club. A deal could be finalized as early as next week.
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