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Slovenian official Slavko Vincic has revealed what it feels like to take charge of the 2026 World Cup final, the biggest game in football. It was also his final match before retirement.
InfoBlaugrana
·5 min read
FIFA lawyers reportedly knew in March that DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi was allegedly ineligible and drew up possible sanctions, but no action was taken. The keeper went on to play at the World Cup and featured in his side's 2-1 defeat to England in the last 32. The case puts fresh pressure on Gianni Infantino after the Folarin Balogun controversy.
Matt·5 min read
The Norwegian Football Federation has filed two formal requests with FIFA seeking an investigation into the rescinded red card shown to Folarin Balogun at the 2026 World Cup, the FIFA Forward Enterprise project and the peace award given to Donald Trump. The NFF wants the Ethics Committee and Governance Committee to establish the facts.
Natilla·5 min read
Lionel Messi plays his final game for Argentina on Tuesday, October 6 at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires. His farewell opens a new era for the Albiceleste, with Cristian Romero as captain, Lionel Scaloni close to renewing until 2030, and young stars Franco Mastantuono and Nico Paz ready to lead the next generation. Life after Messi is already underway.
Javi·7 min read
Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina in a friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires. He leaves with 208 international appearances, 125 goals and the 2022 World Cup that once seemed out of reach. Argentina now faces the challenge of building a new era without its greatest player.
Matt·5 min read
Benin visit Argentina in Buenos Aires on Tuesday for what will be Lionel Messi's final international match. The Cheetahs, used to living in the football shadow of neighbours Nigeria, step into the global spotlight at the Estadio Monumental. A young, disciplined squad faces the world champions with a chance to raise the profile of Beninese football.
InfoBlaugrana·6 min read
The Spotify Camp Nou has emerged as the leading candidate to stage the 2030 World Cup final. Its 105,000-seat capacity and Barcelona's influence on Spain's recent international triumphs give the stadium a clear edge over the Bernabéu and the Hassan II in Casablanca. FIFA will not confirm the host venues for another two years.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Carlos Queiroz has stepped down as Ghana head coach for the second time in three months. The decision comes after back-to-back defeats against Ivory Coast and the Gambia in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying. The Portuguese coach leaves by mutual agreement with the Ghana Football Association.
Natilla·5 min read
Gianni Infantino is shaping up as the only candidate for the FIFA presidency with weeks to go before the nomination window closes. The Swiss official holds support from nearly 75% of member associations and could be confirmed without a vote at the 2027 Congress in Rabat. UEFA stands out as the main obstacle after the fallout over the partial sale of World Cup rights.
Javi·4 min read
Spain's government insists the 2030 World Cup final should be played on Spanish soil. José Manuel Rodríguez Uribes, president of the country's Higher Sports Council, says Spain has every argument to host the decisive match, while acknowledging the final call belongs to FIFA. Spain leads the joint bid with eleven venues, compared to five in Morocco and three in Portugal.
Natilla·5 min read