FIFA President Gianni Infantino wants to open the commercial capital of the World Cup to private investors. International investors, including figures close to US President Donald Trump's family, are reportedly among the potential candidates. The initiative has sparked strong reactions from various confederations and football federations.
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Neymar has announced that he will probably not play for Brazil again, although he has not officially retired from international football. The Brazilian star said he "no longer has the desire" to continue.
Roberto Mancini has been appointed as Italy's new head coach until 2030. The Italian manager admitted he made "a mistake" by leaving his position at the head of the national team in 2023.
In fencing, France's women's sabre team won bronze at the World Championships in Hong Kong after beating the United States, securing their sixth consecutive podium finish.
In tennis, Arthur Gea reached the second round of the ATP 250 tournament in Los Cabos and confirmed his excellent month of July.
Finally, Luka Doncic will bring the Lakers together in Slovenia for a four-day training camp ahead of the NBA season.
