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Messi’s father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness
Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge, has died at the age of 68 following a long illness. He had also been the Argentina forward’s agent since Lionel was 14.
Jorge passed away in a hospital in his hometown of Rosario, in the early hours…
Is Gianni Infantino’s reign over? FIFA chief fights to save his presidency
Gianni Infantino’s future as FIFA president has come under intense scrutiny after the governing body’s failed attempt to sell stakes in the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup sparked one of the biggest governance…
Barcelona agree ter Stegen loan to Ajax as wage-sharing details emerge
Barcelona have reached a verbal agreement with Ajax over the season-long loan of goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen, with the Catalan club set to shoulder the vast majority of the German international‘s salary during his stay in…
Spain, Germany and Europe’s elite could boycott FIFA tournaments
European football has taken an unprecedented stand against FIFA‘s controversial investment plans, with all 55 UEFA member associations unanimously agreeing to boycott future FIFA competitions if the governing body proceeds with its…
Kerala Blasters set for ownership change as Magnum Sports exit; announcement expected after first…
Kerala Blasters FC are reportedly on the verge of completing a major ownership transition, with Magnum Sports understood to be exiting the club following the signing of an agreement with a new group of investors.
According to…
Mancini targets long-term future with Italy
Roberto Mancini hopes his second spell as Italy head coach will extend beyond his newly signed four-year contract, saying he wants to build a lasting legacy with the Azzurri.
Mancini was recently appointed as Italy's new manager…
Eddie Howe leaves Newcastle Utd in shock exit
Eddie Howe is set to leave Newcastle United with immediate effect, bringing an end to a transformative spell that included the club's first major domestic trophy in 70 years, according to BBC Sport.
The 48-year-old's departure comes…
Kick It Out reports record discrimination complaints in English football
Kick It Out received a record number of discrimination reports across English football during the 2025-26 season, with the total surpassing 1,000 for the first time.
The anti-discrimination charity's annual report revealed 1,744 reports…
Commercialising the World Cup: Has FIFA Raised the Stakes?
FIFA, as per current plans, has decided to sell its current large minority stake to new companies that will take control of the main events, such as the World Cup & Club World Cup, in a move aimed at dramatically increasing its…
Inter Close to Sealing John Stones Signing After Defender Gives Green Light
Former Manchester City star edges towards Serie A switch as Inter move ahead of Juventus in race for England international
Inter Milan are on the verge of completing one of the biggest free-agent signings of the summer, with John Stones…