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US House Judiciary Committee Launches Investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino
Representative Jamie Raskin has launched a congressional investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino, demanding records on ties between FIFA and Donald Trump. The probe follows controversies involving the 2026 World Cup, including ticketing price-gouging and political interference in player suspensions.
28 Jul 2026
26 Jul 2026
Norway Considers FIFA Ethics Complaint Over Folarin Balogun Ban
The Norwegian Football Federation is considering an ethics complaint against FIFA following the controversial suspension of Folarin Balogun's red card ban during the World Cup. The move follows criticism from UEFA and the Belgian federation regarding the influence of external political figures on disciplinary processes.
24 Jul 2026
Norway Considers FIFA Ethics Complaint Over Trump’s Role in Balogun Red Card Saga
The Norwegian Football Federation is considering a formal ethics complaint against FIFA following the controversial reversal of a red-card suspension for Folarin Balogun, allegedly influenced by U.S. President Donald Trump.
21 Jul 2026
Spain Claims World Cup Title as Tournament Concludes
Spain has been crowned champions of the 2026 World Cup following a final against Argentina. The tournament, noted for its record-breaking 104-game schedule, concluded amidst discussions regarding player fatigue and the expanded format.
8 Jul 2026
Belgium Eliminates USA as FIFA Faces Governance Scrutiny
Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in Seattle, eliminating the host nation from the 2026 World Cup. The match was overshadowed by reports of political interference regarding the suspension of USA forward Folarin Balogun, raising serious questions about FIFA's governance and regulatory independence.
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23 Oct 2026
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22 Oct 2026
Sesko injury update leaves Manchester United facing long absence
Manchester United fear Benjamin Sesko could be sidelined until the new year, per The Sun, deepening an attacking shortage during a seven-match winless run. The same Paper Talk roundup reports United could trigger the 12-month extension in Lisandro Martinez's contract to recoup a fee, while Alan Shearer named Fabian Hurzeler as his preferred replacement should Michael Carrick leave.
21 Oct 2026
Man Utd defensive overhaul targets Lewis Hall and Adrien Truffert
Manchester United are reported to be revisiting a deal for Newcastle United left-back Lewis Hall, with Bournemouth's Adrien Truffert also a target, while Lisandro Martinez could leave next summer. The same Paper Talk roundup carries a talkSPORT line on Jean-Philippe Mateta's openness to a January move and a Telegraph report that Mikel Arteta came close to the Newcastle job in 2019.
19 Oct 2026
UST blanks UE behind record strike in UAAP men football
University of Santo Tomas secured a 3-0 clean sheet over University of the East in UAAP Season 89 men's football. Joshua Balliner scored within 10 seconds, recording the fastest goal of the season.
18 Oct 2026
Rangers title race stalled after defensive errors yield Dundee draw
Rangers missed the chance to claim the top spot in the Scottish Premiership after a 2-2 draw at Dundee. Despite goals from Badredine Bouanani and Nico Raskin, defensive errors allowed Bradley Fink and Callum Jones to level the score.
23 Oct 2026
Eala Shnaider result ends Filipino run at Ningbo Open
Alex Eala lost 7-5, 6-4 to Diana Shnaider in the second round of the WTA500 Ningbo Open in China, ending her bid for a quarterfinal place. Eala led 4-3 in both sets and held a 40-15 lead in the eighth game of the second set before Shnaider took control. Shnaider next faces world No. 12 Iva Jovic, the No. 4 seed.
23 Oct 2026
Harry Brook double century in vain as Sri Lanka stun England
Sri Lanka chased down 430 to beat England in Rawalpindi despite Harry Brook's record ODI double century, a 202 from 116 balls that set the fastest double hundred in the format. England's bowlers dropped too short and took only one wicket between the fifth and 41st overs, with Sam Curran conceding 103 runs from nine overs. Janith Liyanage's unbeaten 61 finished the chase with one ball to spare.