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FIFA scraps controversial plan to sell private stakes in World Cup commercial operations

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FIFA has abandoned its contentious plan to sell private equity stakes in the commercial activities surrounding the World Cup, following intense criticism and backlash from fans, football associations and senior figures within the organisation itself. The decision was announced by FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who confirmed that the proposal would not be progressed. The initiative […]

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FIFA drops plans to sell World Cup rights to private investors

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has announced that the governing body of world football has abandoned plans to sell a stake in World Cup broadcasting rights to private investors, following fierce backlash from stakeholders across the sport. The decision, confirmed on Saturday evening, represents a significant U-turn for FIFA, which had been exploring the controversial proposal

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Maccabi Tel Aviv ready to rebuild in Batumi after humiliating European defeat

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Maccabi Tel Aviv face a crucial European tie tonight in Georgia as they attempt to salvage their continental campaign following a devastating 5-0 defeat in the first leg against Sheriff Tiraspol. The Israeli club will play their home match in Batumi due to ongoing security concerns in their home country, with kick-off scheduled for 7pm

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Israel grinds to halt for World Cup final as millions tune in to Spain’s victory

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Israel came to a standstill on Sunday evening as millions of viewers settled in to watch the FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, with the Spanish side ultimately claiming victory. Argentine and Spanish flags were waved across the country, with Israelis gathering in homes, bars and public spaces to witness one of football’s

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France marches into World Cup semi-finals with commanding victory over Morocco

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France advanced to the semi-finals of the World Cup with a convincing 2-0 victory over Morocco in Friday’s quarter-final clash. The performance underscores the tournament’s best team navigating the knockout stages with relative comfort, setting up another intriguing semi-final matchup. Kilyan Mbappé starred in the victory, scoring a stunning goal and providing an assist for

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Arab nations cling to World Cup dreams as escape from harsh realities

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The FIFA World Cup has become a beacon of hope for millions across the Arab world, offering a temporary respite from the grinding challenges of conflict, political instability and economic hardship that dominate daily life in the region. For the eight Arab national teams competing in the tournament, football provides an outlet and source of

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We’re All Cut From the Same Cloth: What the World Cup Reveals About Humanity

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Sport has a peculiar way of cutting through the noise of our divided world, and the World Cup—even now—reminds us why. At its core, football exposes a simple yet profound truth about the human condition: beneath our differences, we are fundamentally the same. Religion divides us. Language separates us. Skin colour, flags, and national borders

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What the World Cup tells us about life, identity and modern society

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The FIFA World Cup offers far more than just sporting entertainment—it serves as a mirror reflecting fundamental truths about human nature, national identity, and the complexities of contemporary society. As billions of people around the globe tune in to watch their nations compete, the tournament becomes a unique lens through which to examine how communities

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