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Shakhtar Donetsk to play home Champions League matches at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge

Shakhtar Donetsk to play home Champions League matches at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge

The Ukrainian champions will use the 40,044-capacity stadium for European matches after failing to secure a permanent return to their own grounds.

Sports ·21 Aug 2026, 20:02 ·Tomas Ferreira 2 min read
English FA to withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino

English FA to withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino

The English FA is set to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino after a controversial proposal to sell a stake in FIFA's commercial operations collapsed.

Sports ·3 Aug 2026, 15:32 ·Tomas Ferreira 4 min read
UEFA loses confidence in FIFA chief Infantino after World Cup plan fails

UEFA loses confidence in FIFA chief Infantino after World Cup plan fails

UEFA and other continental confederations opposed a proposal to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, leading to the plan's collapse and calls for accountability.

Sports ·1 Aug 2026, 17:01 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
UEFA says it has lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino

UEFA says it has lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino

UEFA has called for a fundamental review after a controversial proposal to sell World Cup stakes to private investors triggered a revolt.

Sports ·1 Aug 2026, 12:34 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
FIFA scraps World Cup private investment plan after widespread opposition

FIFA scraps World Cup private investment plan after widespread opposition

FIFA has abandoned a proposal to raise US$4.2 billion through private investment after a revolt by football officials and regional confederations.

Sports ·1 Aug 2026, 02:32 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
FIFA denies selling football as UEFA threatens World Cup boycott

FIFA denies selling football as UEFA threatens World Cup boycott

UEFA and CONCACAF have rejected FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in a new commercial entity, leading UEFA to threaten a boycott of all World Cup tournaments.

World ·31 Jul 2026, 10:24 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
UEFA holds emergency meeting over FIFA private investment plans

UEFA holds emergency meeting over FIFA private investment plans

UEFA and other global confederations are reacting to Gianni Infantino's proposal to introduce private investment into FIFA tournaments via a subsidiary body.

Sports ·30 Jul 2026, 14:55 ·Tomas Ferreira 3 min read
FIFA faces global backlash over plan to sell World Cup stakes

FIFA faces global backlash over plan to sell World Cup stakes

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell minority stakes in the World Cup to private investors has sparked global condemnation from UEFA, the FA, and CONCACAF.

Sports ·29 Jul 2026, 19:11 ·Tomas Ferreira 4 min read
Chelsea want to sign John Stones

Chelsea want to sign John Stones

Chelsea are pursuing former Manchester City defender John Stones on a free transfer as part of a shift toward signing experienced Premier League players.

Sports ·22 Jul 2026, 19:08 ·Tomas Ferreira 4 min read
UEFA says FIFA 'crossed a red line' with Folarin Balogun red card ban U-turn

UEFA says FIFA 'crossed a red line' with Folarin Balogun red card ban U-turn

UEFA has condemned FIFA's decision to allow U.S. striker Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium, stating that FIFA crossed a red line.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 19:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read