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Gianni Infantino faces scrutiny after World Cup stake plan dropped

BBC News reports that Fifa president Gianni Infantino is under pressure after abandoning an attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup, prompting questio...

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Fifa drops plan to sell stakes in major competitions

Fifa has abandoned a controversial proposal linked to investment in its major competitions following broad opposition to an idea associated with presi...

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Fifa chief operating officer criticises Infantino plan for private investment

Fifa’s chief operating officer has challenged Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in competitions to private investors, according to BBC News.

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AFC joins opposition to Fifa private investment proposal

The Asian Football Confederation has said it stands with Uefa and Concacaf in opposing Fifa’s proposal to sell stakes in its competitions to private i...

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Fifa to continue investment plan consultation despite Uefa boycott threat

Fifa says it will press ahead with consultation on an investment plan, while rejecting suggestions that football is being sold, according to BBC News.

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Uefa World Cup boycott threat and Concacaf rejection put Infantino under scrutiny

BBC News reports that football faces major uncertainty after Uefa threatened to boycott the World Cup and Concacaf rejected Gianni Infantino’s funding...

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Uefa would boycott Fifa tournaments if Infantino proposals proceed

Uefa would boycott Fifa competitions if investment proposals put forward by Fifa president Gianni Infantino are approved, according to BBC News.

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Joe Root returns as England Test captain as Stephen Fleming named coach

Stephen Fleming has been appointed England Test coach, with Joe Root returning as captain, according to BBC News.

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Uefa to meet member associations over Fifa World Cup plans

Uefa is set to hold a meeting with its 55 member associations on Thursday afternoon to discuss how to respond to Fifa’s controversial World Cup plans,...

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Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina

Fifa has opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over their conduct following their World Cup final defeat by Spain and during the wider tou...

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BBC Sport examines Infantino World Cup stake sale plan

BBC Sport is examining why Fifa president Gianni Infantino may believe he has the authority to sell stakes in the World Cup, and what the potential co...

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Fifa sets 19 September deadline linked to funding plan

BBC News reports that Fifa has given member associations until 19 September to access funding under a disputed plan, with the FA expressing disapprova...

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Katie Shanahan turned down Love Island before Commonwealth silver

BBC News reports that swimmer Katie Shanahan declined an opportunity to appear on Love Island, choosing instead to focus on inspiring young swimmers b...

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Uefa reacts angrily to Fifa plan for private investment

Uefa has responded with anger to Fifa proposals to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup, according to BBC News.

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Zinedine Zidane named France head coach

Zinedine Zidane, the former Real Madrid manager, has been confirmed as the new head coach of France's national football team.

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LeBron James announces move to Philadelphia 76ers

LeBron James has said he will join the Philadelphia 76ers on what he described as his final NBA contract, according to BBC News.

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BBC reflects on difficult summer for Hearts fans

BBC News reports that Hearts supporters have experienced a difficult period since 16 May, with attention on what can be taken from the situation.

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