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CONCACAF chief Montagliani reportedly considering FIFA presidency challenge to Infantino

North American football chief Victor Montagliani is "making ⁠moves" towards challenging Gianni Infantino for the FIFA presidency in next March's ‌election, The i Paper reported on Friday, citing ‌sources.

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Czech Republic create history by bringing in Santi Denia as new manager

The new coach of the Czech national football team is Spaniard Santi Denia. The Albacete native has celebrated success with youth squads and led the Spanish Olympic team to a gold medal at the 2024 Games. He is the first foreign coach in the history of the national team.

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Red Bull appoint Roger Schmidt as head ‌of global football to replace Jurgen Klopp

Red Bull have ⁠appointed Roger Schmidt as their head ‌of global football, replacing ‌new Germany manager ‌Jurgen Klopp in ‌the role.

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AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi dies aged 66

Former AC Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi, one of the ⁠most recognisable players of the golden era of Italian football in the 1980s and 1990s, has died at the age of 66, his ‌former club said on Friday.

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'Nobody is selling football': FIFA press ahead in midst of UEFA boycott

FIFA has blamed 'erroneous reporting in the media' for a widespread condemnation of its plan to partially privatise future World Cup operations, releasing further details of their proposal on early Friday morning European time.

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Why Juventus would be taking a risk if they sign PSG & Tottenham flop Randal Kolo Muani

At 27 years of age, Randal Kolo Muani isn't quite a journeyman pro, but his football career does seem to be getting away from him, and with little to show for it other than moves around European football.

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Real Madrid sign Carlos Espi from Levante after reportedly triggering his release clause

Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of young Spanish striker from Levante.

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Heisman-worthy: Top college football players to look out for in 2026

The upcoming 2026 college football season is loaded with tremendous and exciting talent. Players won’t just strive to make it to the next level, but also capture one of the most coveted individual awards in football - The Heisman Trophy.

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'It crosses a line': Dutch FA disapproves of FIFA's investment plans

The Dutch football association (KNVB) has reacted disapprovingly to FIFA's plans to create a $20 billion subsidiary to run ‌the World Cup.

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Professional Footballers Australia 'disturbed' by FIFA's sell-off plan

Australia's players union on Thursday joined criticism of FIFA's plan to bring private investors into soccer's World ⁠Cup and other events, saying the governing body is putting pressure on member associations to wave it through despite the proposal sidelining the athletes and fans ‌who generate the value of the tournaments.

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Morocco and Algeria playing down tension ahead of politically charged clash at WAFCON

It's a fixture determined by the luck of the draw, but one that geopolitics is watching closely. In a frosty bilateral climate since 2021, Morocco and Algeria are battling for first place in Group A of the 2026 WAFCON in Rabat. Faced with media and symbolic pressure, players and coaches are sticking to a strict message: keep the focus on football.

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Cape Verde hero Vozinha in bid to keep name for new club career at Colo Colo

Chilean club Colo Colo are seeking permission for new signing Vozinha to use his footballing nickname on ⁠his shirt when he debuts for the club as expected later this month, despite regulations in the South American country prohibiting ‌it.

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Football Australia asks for further clarification regarding FIFA sell-off proposal

Football Australia on Thursday said they had asked for more details from FIFA on the proposal to sell a stake in the business operations of the World Cup so they can better understand the implications.

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Blood, tradition, and bragging rights: The greatest rivalries in college football

It was the weekend after Thanksgiving. For some people, the festivities were over. For others, they were about to begin. The last Saturday of November belongs to the Iron Bowl. And in 2013, it was no different. Auburn welcomed Alabama on their home field, ready to hand the No. 1 team in the country an upsetting loss. Auburn wasn’t the favorite. But anything is possible when you play in one of the greatest rivalry games in college football.

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FIFA open investigation into Argentina FA over Falklands banner & World Cup final scrap

FIFA have opened an investigation against The Argentine Football Association, three of its players and a coach.

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Tabitha and Temwa: The Chawinga sisters putting Malawi on the map at WAFCON

Nothing suggested that Temwa and Tabitha Chawinga would become the biggest sports icons in Malawi. Once punished by their parents for daring to play football, the two forwards led their nation to a stunning victory over Nigeria at WAFCON 2026 on Tuesday. This is the fascinating story of a duo carrying the hopes of an entire country on their shoulders.

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Why Takehiro Tomiyasu is at last chance saloon ahead of possible Crystal Palace move

At only 28 years of age, former Arsenal ace Takehiro Tomiyasu's football career appears to be at something of a crossroads.

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'World Cup not a commercial asset': Ex-FIFA boss Blatter blasts investment plan

Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter on ⁠Wednesday slammed the football governing body's plans to create a $20 billion subsidiary to run ‌the World Cup, saying the tournament was not a ‌commercial asset that belonged to a ‌few executives.

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Five players fans may have forgotten about ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season

As the new Premier League season approaches, many players are hoping for a better chance this season as they return to their respective clubs.

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FIFA reportedly offers $40-million bonuses to federations that approve investment plans

FIFA could double down on their controversial plans to seek more investments in major tournaments, including the World Cup.

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Neymar reiterates Brazil retirement: 'I don't think I want it anymore'

Neymar appeared to confirm his ⁠retirement from international football, saying he no longer wanted to play for Brazil, ‌weeks after suggesting his international career had ended following ‌their World Cup last-16 loss to Norway.

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‘It’s worrying clubs can play in the PSL while operating out of the boot of a car’ – Roger de Sa

South African Roger de Sa is a vastly experienced coach on the African continent and beyond, and in this interview with Flashscore reflects on Bafana Bafana’s World Cup campaign, the impact of CAF Interclub football on South African players, Orlando Pirates’ title prospects and the decline of traditional development clubs in the domestic game.

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Suriname appoint former Dutch international Henk Fraser as coach

Former Dutch international Henk Fraser has been ⁠named as coach of Suriname, where he was born, the country’s football ‌association said on Wednesday.

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CONCACAF 'deeply concerned' by lack of due process in FIFA investment plan

The Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean football (CONCACAF) said on Wednesday that it had not been ⁠informed of FIFA's proposed sale of equity to outside investors and was "deeply concerned" over a lack of due process.