Former UEFA president Michel Platini has launched legal proceedings against FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino, over corruption allegations that he claims destroyed his chances of leading world football.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to commence this week, one of the tournament’s biggest off-field controversies involves Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry into the United States despite being selected to officiate at football’s biggest event.

Palmer and Joao Pedro appear midway through the film in a brief but memorable scene involving Madonna, marking an unexpected crossover between football and entertainment.

Allegations billionaire West Ham co-owner David Sullivan preyed on women for sex are “deeply concerning”, the British government said Tuesday.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday she could guarantee a peaceful World Cup opening ceremony this week, despite concern over ongoing protests.