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‘Stay away from the USA’: Influential FIFA voice calls for World Cup boycott amid Trump controversies

The message Trump's America is sending out to the world is "stay away".

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Ex-FIFA president Sepp Blatter backs calls to boycott World Cup in the US

The international community's concerns about the United States as host stem from Trump's expansionist posture on Greenland, travel bans and aggressive tactics in dealing with immigration enforcement protestors.

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The first Women’s Champions Cup: what is it and should we pay attention?

This newsletter looks at Fifa’s new competition, which takes place in London this week and has a $2.3m prize fund

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Ex-FIFA President Sepp Blatter takes aim at Gianni Infantino and 2026 World Cup

Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter has made a not-so-subtle dig at his successor and this summer's tournament in North America

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Removing the US as World Cup host would be eminently sad – and entirely justified

A country where safety is under threat from federal violence on the streets is not fit to stage soccer’s showpiece event

The Guardian - US

Seven international footballers dodge FIFA ban after court intervention

Seven foreign-born players for Malaysia's national soccer team have been cleared to keep competing

The Independent UK

Ex-FIFA president joins those calling for boycott of World Cup in United States

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter is backing a proposed fan boycott of World Cup matches in the United States because of the conduct of President Donald Trump and his administration at home and abroad

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‘Stay away from USA’: Former FIFA chief Sepp Blatter fuels World Cup 2026 boycott debate

Amidst rising geopolitical tensions and concerns over US policies, a growing chorus is calling for a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the United States. Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has publicly supported calls for fans to stay away, citing recent incidents and the perceived contradiction with…

The Times of India

Sepp Blatter suggests fans boycott 2026 World Cup over security concerns

The former Fifa president posted in support of a lawyer who has urged fans to avoid this summer’s World Cup

The Independent UK

Iran football great Ali Karimi leads call for Infantino to speak up on protest deaths

A group of prominent Iranians with links to football have called on Fifa’s president, Gianni Infantino, to condemn the killing and arrest of footballers in Iran

The Guardian - UK

Lawmakers warn that Trump’s policies will make it harder for US athletes to compete overseas

President Donald Trump’s aggressive recent foreign policy actions could see competitors subjected to hostile crowds and anti-American sentiment at this year’s major sporting events, representatives argue

The Independent UK

Senegal football federation boss hits out at Moroccan influence on African game

A week after Senegal lifted the Africa Cup of Nations cup with a 1-0 victory over Morocco, Senegal football chief Abdoulaye Fall hit out at what he claimed was Morocco's undue influence over the continental game.

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Michele Kang’s largesse for women’s football leaves Fifa open to bias claims

The multi-club owner’s sponsorship of Champions Cup creates a conflict of interest, whatever her motivation

The Guardian - UK

World Cup war games: Counter-drones, cyberattacks and stadium ICE raids top US security concerns as FIFA comes to town

The U.S. is expecting at least 5 million international visitors, not to mention the millions of soccer fans at home, to be on the move during the six-week tournament

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North American League Set to Trial Dramatic Soccer Rule Change

Arsène Wenger has suggested a shift in how the offside rule is applied.

Sports Illustrated

2026 World Cup Boycott Discussions Demanded by German Federation Chief

President Donald Trump’s plan to take over Greenland has met significant resistance.

The Guardian - UK

The influencer World Cup: Fifa and the TikTok deal targeting an avalanche of posts

The partnership with the tech giant speaks to a push to engage younger fans but also has wider strategic goals in mind

The Guardian - UK

‘We are fighters, it’s in our DNA’: Greenland find pride in rare tilt at futsal glory

Buffeted by political storms and excluded from continental federations, Greenland find their chances are limited but a tournament in Croatia is a priceless opportunity

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The Guardian - UK

Cheap gags, disruptive friends and ticket guff: a week in the life of Infantino

In today’s Football Daily: Another big week in admin

The Independent UK

UK police chief hits back at Gianni Infantino after British football fans jibe

Fifa president Gianni Infantino joked earlier this week that the Qatar World Cup was special because “no Brit was arrested”.

The Guardian - US

Concacaf president revealed to make $3m a year for five hours’ work per week

Victor Montagliani’s compensation is thought to be among the highest in the world for a non-club soccer official

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup

Everything you need to know about the tournament, including the clubs competing, the match schedule and more.

Sports Illustrated

How Gotham FC Is Preparing for the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup

With a short offseason punctuated by international travel, the reigning NWSL champions are prioritizing player health and safety while pursuing more hardware.

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino aims jibe at British football fans during Davos speech

The Fifa president also defended ticket prices for this summer’s World Cup during a speech to world leaders at the World Economic Forum

The Independent UK

Senegal boss defends Afcon final walk-off protest in social media post

Senegal’s players walked off the pitch after Morocco were awarded a stoppage time penalty in the Afcon final

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