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FIFA president says he has full confidence in Mexico as World Cup host despite cartel violence

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says he has full confidence in Mexico as a World Cup host, even after a deadly wave of cartel violence

The Independent UK

PFA chief raises fresh concerns over ‘shattered’ players as he admits fans are not getting value for money

Maheta Malongo believes fans are not seeing players like Cole Palmer at their best because they are ‘shattered’

The Independent UK

Weston McKennie Is the Swiss Army Knife USMNT Must Fully Embrace

Positional versatility has helped McKennie finally establish as a key player at Juventus. That ability to plug in and play could be just what Mauricio Pochettino needs to bring the USMNT success at the 2026 World Cup.

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Everything’s fine, FIFA’s Infantino insists with Mexico aflame with violence: ‘We have complete confidence’

The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can. “Of course, we are monitoring the situation in Mexico…

Fortune

Why European nations are concerned they could lose money from playing at World Cup

Some European nations are concerned about the financial impact of playing at this summer’s World Cup

The Independent UK

European countries fear playing in World Cup will mean financial loss

European football federations are concerned that playing in this year’s World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico will wind up costing them money

The Guardian - UK

FIFA's Infantino has 'complete confidence' in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says he has “complete confidence” in Mexico as a World Cup co-host despite days of cartel violence in the country that has left at least 70 people dead

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World Cup chiefs in conversations about moving 'vulnerable' key fixtures after Mexico violence: report

FIFA's 2026 World Cup plans have been dealt another blow in recent days after violence erupted on the streets of host nation Mexico

FourFourTwo

German FA Chief Voices Concern Over Cartel Violence in Mexico With World Cup Nearing

Mexico is immersed in a delicate safety and security situation just months before hosting the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico pledges safety for World Cup after violence erupts from cartel boss’s killing

Mexico’s president says there is ‘no risk’ for those visiting for Fifa games after military killed drug lord ‘El Mencho’

The Guardian - US

FIFA ‘Considering’ Huge Rule Changes Before 2026 World Cup

Fans are not getting to see the ball in play during matches for anything close to 90 minutes.

Sports Illustrated

Gianni Infantino ‘very reassured’ Guadalajara can host World Cup games amid Mexico cartel chaos

The death of cartel boss Nemesio Oseguara Cervantes, also known as “El Mencho”, has unleashed havoc across 20 Mexican states

The Independent UK

Mexican cartel clashes spark security concerns ahead of FIFA World Cup

The violence erupted just under four months before Mexico City hosts the opening match of the World Cup between Mexico and South Africa.

Euronews

Iran players feeling ‘emotional strain’ as welfare concerns grow ahead of Women’s Asian Cup

Preparations for the nation’s second appearance at the tournament have been impacted by the troubling events at home

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The Conversation

Calls for a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are growing, but how realistic is one?

The next major international sporting event, the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico, is already garnering international scrutiny. There have been numerous calls to boycott it.

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Barcelona have signed English winger in sensational swoop: report

Barcelona have landed an English talent, as the Blaugrana bring the best of British to Catalonia

The Independent UK

Will Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni play against Real Madrid tonight?

Prestianni allegedly racially abused Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr during last week’s Champions League knockout play-off first leg, and is provisionally suspended from tonight’s second leg

The Guardian - US

Mexico erupts and World Cup security fears rise after a cartel boss’s killing

The fallout from the operation that took out ‘El Mencho’ has already led to the cancellation of football matches. Could the World Cup be affected too?

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The Guardian - AU

North Korea: world’s most secretive nation lands in spotlight at Women’s Asian Cup

The world’s No 9-ranked team, who have been largely absent from international competitions for over a decade, is reaping the benefits of state-sponsored investment

Sports Illustrated

Glaring Omission From Mexico’s February Roster Hints at Major World Cup Decision

El Tri will host Iceland for a friendly clash on Feb. 25

Sports Illustrated

FIFA President Learns Official Verdict on Investigation Into Donald Trump Ties

Gianni Infantino’s close connections to the U.S. president have fueled questions over his political neutrality.

The Independent UK

Thousands of troops from five countries and a $7bn relief fund: Inside Trump’s ‘board of peace’ plan to ‘rebuild’ Gaza

In a long-winded speech in Washington on Thursday, US president revealed more details about his plan for Gaza

The Guardian - UK

Winter Olympics briefing: united by 2022 fiasco, Maier and Smith rise to the top

Daniela Maier and Fanny Smith did not need a courtroom to decide their fate at these Winter Games

The Independent UK

Olympic body to look at IOC member Infantino's political neutrality after Trump peace board event

IOC President Kirsty Coventry says the Olympic body will ”look into” the conduct of its member Gianni Infantino after the FIFA leader took part in U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace launch

The Independent UK

Mourinho made ‘huge mistake’ after alleged racism towards Vinicius Jr – Kompany

Brazil forward Vinicius reported an alleged racist comment while playing for Real Madrid against Benfica in the Champions League.

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