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FIFA could be forced to refund 2026 World Cup ticket buyers if U.S. investigators find that its pricing and seat allocation policies violated consumer protection laws. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (R) receives a symbolic World Cup ticket from FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Ottawa, Ontario, on Oct. 10, 2025 Authorities in New York and New Jersey have opened a joint investigation into FIFA’s ticketing practices amid accusations that the football governing body used u

Harry Kane’s explosive goalscoring exploits for Bayern Munich have established him as a frontrunner for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, irrespective of England's World Cup fortunes. Harry Kane had a stellar season with Bayern Munich Harry Kane enters the 2026 World Cup holding status as one of the most formidable forwards in world football. Following a stellar campaign with Bayern Munich, the English striker is widely viewed by pundits as a genuine force in the race for the Ballon d'Or

With Robert Lewandowski set to become a free agent when his Barcelona contract expires this summer, the Polish striker’s potential move to Manchester United has unexpectedly become a major talking point in England. Speaking to GOAL, former United forward Louis Saha admitted that Lewandowski remains a highly valuable option for the club. Boasting 109 Champions League goals, the Polish talisman is viewed as a player who could bring invaluable experience to Michael Carrick’s sid

Yomif Kejelcha, the Ethiopian distance running star who recently finished under two hours at the 2026 London Marathon, has officially been recognized as the 10 km world record holder after waiting over a year. Yomif Kejelcha (L) and Sabastian Sawe compete on the London Marathon course on April 26, 2026 On Monday, World Athletics announced the certification of six new world records, three in the professional system and three in the U20 category, spanning both track and road ev

Manchester City have identified Elliot Anderson as their primary transfer target to anchor a midfield rebuild in the post-Pep Guardiola era. Elliot Anderson is currently playing for Manchester City The urgency surrounding the deal is underscored by City's desire to finalize all formalities before the kickoff of the 2026 World Cup. Alongside Anderson, Sandro Tonali is also being heavily considered to reinforce a midfield where the long-term futures of Rodri, Mateo Kovacic, and

Manchester United are closing in on a deal to sign midfielder Éderson from Atalanta during the 2026 summer transfer window. Ederson could be Manchester United's first signing this summer According to Sky Sports, negotiations between the two clubs have entered the final stages, with both parties reportedly on the verge of reaching an agreement. United are expected to expend approximately £38 million total on the deal, which comprises a £35 million upfront transfer fee and £3 m

In a match overshadowed by the "Spygate" scandal and sweltering temperatures exceeding 28°C in London on May 23, Oli McBurnie emerged as the hero. His last-minute stoppage-time strike secured an estimated £215 million windfall for Hull by clinching a spot in next season's Premier League. Hull City secured their return to the Premier League in the most dramatic fashion possible Middlesbrough enjoyed the brighter start, dominating possession throughout most of the first half. K

A resounding 4-1 victory over Damac has not only quenched Al Nassr’s seven-year drought in the Saudi Pro League but has also officially triggered an $11 million individual bonus clause in superstar Cristiano Ronaldo's record-breaking contract. Ronaldo receives a reward when the team wins the championship In the decisive clash against Damac, Cristiano Ronaldo once again rose to the occasion as the hero, netting a masterclass brace in the 63rd and 80th minutes. His performance

Arsenal's 22-year title drought officially ended in the early hours of May 20th, after direct title rivals Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth. This result, coupled with the Gunners' narrow 1-0 victory over Burnley in Matchday 37, allowed Mikel Arteta's men to extend their lead to four points, thereby securing the championship early regardless of the final round's outcome. Arsenal won the Premier League This marks the Emirates outfit's first Premier League

Head coach Carlo Ancelotti has officially included forward Neymar in Brazil’s 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup finals. The decision not only marks a historic milestone in the 34-year-old superstar’s career but also puts to rest lingering public skepticism regarding his form ahead of the planet’s biggest tournament. Neymar to play in the 2026 World Cup With his inclusion in this year’s global football showpiece, Neymar is set to make his fourth World Cup appearance. This ac

The Belgian national team has officially unveiled its squad for the 2026 World Cup. Despite boasting several top European stars, head coach Rudi Garcia's side enters this tournament as "dark horses" rather than the outright title contenders they were during their golden generation era. Belgium announces squad for the 2026 World Cup The most prominent names in Belgian football remain ever-present. Kevin De Bruyne continues to command the midfield, while Thibaut Courtois return

Former Manchester United and England star David Beckham has become Britain's first billionaire sportsman, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List. Inter Miami CF co-owner David Beckham before their match against Austin FC at Nu Stadium in Miami, Florida on April 4 Beckham and his wife Victoria's collective wealth reached an estimated £1.185 billion ($1.583 billion) this year, the Rich List compilers said. That moved them into second place in the list of the U.K.'s wealth

On May 14, head coach Darren Bazeley announced the 26-player roster that will represent New Zealand at the 2026 World Cup. The most notable inclusion is Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood. Despite an injury-plagued season that kept him from a full campaign, the veteran forward, born in 1991, retains the confidence of the coaching staff and will captain the side. Chris Wood has been chosen to lead the New Zealand team at the 2026 World Cup Wood, alongside defender Tommy Smit

Chelsea remains confident in its ability to persuade Xabi Alonso to take the helm following a turbulent season. Chelsea has accelerated its search for a new head coach, with Xabi Alonso emerging as the frontrunner for the hot seat at Stamford Bridge. According to The Guardian, the Chelsea hierarchy has been highly impressed by their initial discussions with the Spanish tactician. Coach Xabi Alonso Alonso has been without a managerial role since his departure from Real Madrid

Real Madrid is facing a second consecutive trophyless season following a 2-0 defeat to Barcelona in Matchday 35 of La Liga during the early hours of May 11. In the aftermath of the match, Spanish media disclosed emerging internal doubts at Real Madrid regarding the attacking synergy between Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior. Mbappe is going through a difficult period at Real Madrid Throughout this season, the squad has continued to expose distinct tactical vulnerabilities in

Jose Mourinho has reportedly delivered up to 10 uncompromising demands to Real Madrid as the Spanish giants plunge deeper into crisis. Mourinho is ready to rejoin Real Madrid According to The Athletic, President Florentino Perez is accelerating plans to orchestrate Mourinho's return to the Bernabeu for a second tenure. The Portuguese tactician is widely considered the leading candidate to replace Alvaro Arbeloa. Real Madrid currently faces the stark prospect of a second conse

On the evening of May 3, Manchester United secured a 3-2 victory over Liverpool on home turf in Matchweek 35 of the Premier League. For the first time in exactly a decade, Manchester United have completed a Premier League double over Liverpool. The three points at home officially guarantee the Red Devils a spot in the 2026/27 Champions League, rendering the outcomes of their remaining fixtures irrelevant. Michael Carrick's men sit comfortably in third place with 64 points, ho

Jose Mourinho's Benfica remains undefeated since the start of the season, but that was still not enough to prevent Porto from claiming the Portuguese championship. In the early hours of May 3, Porto officially secured the 2025/26 Primeira Liga title following a 1-0 victory over Alverca at their home ground, Estadio do Dragao. This result propelled the blue-and-whites to 85 points, establishing an insurmountable nine-point lead over Benfica and Sporting CP with only two matchd

Jannik Sinner delivered a dominant performance to defeat Arthur Fils, convincingly securing his spot in the 2026 Madrid Open final. The 2026 Madrid Open men's singles semifinal between Jannik Sinner and Arthur Fils was a one-sided affair, with the world No. 1 showcasing his superior class. Jannik Sinner and Arthur Fils will face off in the semi-finals of the 2026 Madrid Open From the opening games, Fils showed signs of nerves, laboring heavily just to hold his serve. Meanwhil

Speaking at the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, FIFA President Gianni Infantino delivered a resolute statement regarding the Iranian national team's eligibility for the globe's premier football tournament. The Iranian national team will still participate in the 2026 World Cup “Iran will certainly participate in the 2026 World Cup and, naturally, will compete in the U.S. The reason is quite simple: football must bring people together.” The draw has placed Iran in Group G alon