UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA tournaments if FIFA President Gianni Infantino proceeds with a proposal to sell a minority stake in the FIFA World Cup to private investors. During an emergency meeting, UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously rejected the plan, warning that no UEFA national team would participate in FIFA competitions unless the proposal is completely withdrawn. FIFA argues the move would unlock billions of dollars in commercial value, while UEFA says it risks the integrity and governance of world football.

UEFA Threatens FIFA Boycott Over Infantino's World Cup Investment Plan | World Football News

The European Football governing body UEFA has called an emergency meeting to discuss the recent proposal by FIFA President Gianni Infantino to launch a new subsidiary that will have a stake in the World Cup. UEFA has strongly opposed the proposal and has put a possible world cup boycott on the cards.

UEFA Holds Emergency Meeting After Infantino Defends Privatisation Plan | Wion Sports 

Spain's World Cup triumph was overshadowed by controversy after U.S. President Donald Trump became a major talking point during the post-match celebrations.

The politician, who attended the final and took part in the trophy presentation alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, drew widespread attention for remaining close to Spain's players as they celebrated their victory.

US president scores another 'self-goal' at FIFA world cup final

Ferran Torres has become a household name overnight after scoring the winner in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Torres sported a cap with the text 'Make Spain great again' during the celebrations in Madrid.


Spain's world cup hero Torres wears cap inspired by Trump slogan

How does one fill the World Cup-shaped hole in your diary? Here is your guide to a hot summer in financial markets. From central banks to inflation, it's a line-up promising upsets and maybe even the occasional own goal.


Global macro calendar to fill world cup void

Iran congratulated Spain after La Roja defeated France to reach the World Cup final. Iran's backing for Spain is because of the European nation's stance against U.S.


FIFA world cup 2026: Iran says Spain on 'right side of history' ahead of world cup final

Kylian Mbappé has continued his long-standing commitment to charity by donating all of his match fees and bonuses from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Rather than keeping his national team earnings, the France captain directs the funds toward charities supporting hospitalized children, struggling families, and frontline workers.


FIFA world cup 2026: Kylian Mbappe continues to donate France earnings

In this special economic segment called pitch & portfolio, a series where we analyse the beautiful game of football through the lens of global markets. We pit World Cup rivals against each other, but to see who wins the economic match. As France and Senegal prepare to face off on the World Cup stage, this is more than just a football clash.

Pitch & Portfolio: France vs Senegal | Who Is The Match Day Favourite

In this special economic segment called pitch & portfolio, a series where we analyse the beautiful game of football through the lens of global markets. We pit World Cup rivals against each other, but to see who wins the economic match. As France and Senegal prepare to face off on the World Cup stage, this is more than just a football clash.


World Cup of Economies: France vs Senegal 

Traditionally, the world cup may have offered a welcome reprieve from global uncertainty and heavy headlines. Still, there are moments when even the world’s most popular distraction falls short. In this next report, we dive into the global economic outlook as the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz plays into extra time and central banks grapple with the fallout.


Can World Cup Euphoria Outrun the Global Storm? 

In a bizarre operation straight out of a movie, police officers in Lima, Peru, dressed up as FIFA World Cup 2026 mascots to arrest a suspected drug dealer.

Officers disguised themselves as Maple the Moose, Zayu the Jaguar, and Clutch the Bald Eagle before approaching the suspect's location. Authorities said intelligence suggested the target was a devoted football fan, allowing officers to blend in and avoid raising suspicion.

The unusual tactic paid off, with police successfully carrying out the arrest while drawing attention across social media. The operation comes as World Cup fever continues to spread ahead of FIFA 2026.

World Cup Mascots Help Police Nab Suspected Drug Dealer In Peru 

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited has partnered with 12+ brands across key categories for the FIFA world cup 2026.

Z' Onboards 12+ Brands Across Categories Ahead of FIFA World Cup 

Cape Verde has achieved what many thought impossible. For the first time in its history, the island nation of just over half a million people has qualified for the FIFA World Cup. The Blue Sharks' remarkable rise is the result of years of investment in football development, growing participation, and a passion for the sport that stretches across the archipelago. As Cape Verde prepares to take on the world's best, its historic qualification is inspiring a new generation of footballers and putting the nation firmly on the global sporting map.

Cape Verde's World Cup Journey Is Much More Than A Fairytale

Across all 16 World Cup venues, FIFA’s pitch experts have spent years trying to make 16 new fields in three countries feel like one playing surface.


FIFA Installs Hybrid Pitches to Ensure Uniformity Across All WC Venues 

A jersey worn by football legend Pelé is expected to fetch as much as $6 million at auction, highlighting the enduring global appeal of one of the sport's greatest icons.

The historic memorabilia is drawing intense interest from collectors and football fans alike, with experts predicting it could become one of the most valuable sports jerseys ever sold. The auction underscores Pelé's lasting legacy both on and off the pitch.

Pele's World Cup Jersey To Be Auctioned For $6 Million 

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum on Friday appeared to roll back an announcement by her education minister that school holidays will start more than a month sooner than scheduled this summer ​due to the heat and the World Cup, saying the proposal was not yet final ‌amid outrage from parents' associations.


Mexican President Sheinbaum Wavers on Plan To Cut School Year By 40 Days For World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just over a month away, the streets of Brazil's Rio de Janeiro has turned into an open-air mural museum. Locals have kept alive the tradition of decorating the city for the World Cup.


FIFA World Cup: Rio de Janeiro Decks Up; Rocinha Favela Unveils Street Mural

The home of the U.S. Open will trade tennis for soccer this summer after New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced on Monday that the Queens venue will host the largest of five free ​World Cup fan zones across the city's boroughs.
Officials said the USTA Billie Jean King ‌National Tennis Center is expected to draw up to 10,000 fans at a time from June 11-27, with additional sites planned in Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Staten Island.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Announces Fanzone Events Across City

FIFA has introduced a resale policy that grants the governing body a 30% cut from both buyers and sellers on the secondary ticket market. The move is aimed at regulating ticket scalping and controlling prices, but it has also sparked debate among fans over affordability and transparency. Critics argue it could increase costs for supporters, while FIFA says it will help ensure fair distribution and better oversight of high-demand match tickets.


FIFA Gets a 30% Cut from Buyers and Sellers On the Resale Market 

India face Pakistan in a blockbuster T20 World Cup encounter this Sunday, with fans eagerly watching Pakistan’s key match-winners. All eyes are on the ‘mystery spinner’ who could test India’s batting lineup in this high-pressure clash.


T20 World Cup Clash: Countdown To Ind-Pak Clash on Sunday

Delhi is all set to host its first match of the T20 World Cup. The national capital will host a total of six games, with India playing their only group-stage fixture here on February 12 against Namibia.


World Cup: Delhi Gears Up as Netherlands Face Namibia | WION

 Delhi is all set to host its first match of the T20 World Cup. The national capital will host a total of six games, with India playing their only group-stage fixture here on February 12 against Namibia.


World Cup: Delhi Gears Up as Netherlands Face Namibia

India faces tough competition from South Africa, England, and Australia as primary rivals in the T20 World Cup 2026, based on recent form, historical clashes, and Super 8s/knockout potential.


India's T20 WC Rivals: SA, ENG, AUS Eye Title

Pakistan opened their ICC T20 World Cup campaign with a tense three-wicket victory over the Netherlands after a dramatic collapse from 98/2 to 114/7. A nervy chase saw Pakistan survive a major scare to register their first win of the tournament.


ICC T20 World Cup: Pakistan Survive Scare Against Netherlands

India knocked out Afghanistan in the second semi-final to book their place in the final of the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup.


India Outclass Afghanistan to Reach U19 World Cup Final

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has informed Bangladesh of its decision to replace the team with Scotland in an upcoming tournament. The move comes after undisclosed circumstances affecting Bangladesh’s participation. Scotland will now take Bangladesh’s place, marking a significant change in the tournament lineup.


ICC Replaces Bangladesh With Scotland at T20 World Cup

The last time India played in a T20 World Cup, they lifted the trophy under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy in 2024. India beat South Africa in the final, ending a long wait for an ICC title. With that win, Rohit became only the second Indian captain after MS Dhoni to win the T20 World Cup. Now in 2026, things are different. Rohit, who retired from T20Is after the 2024 victory, will not be part of the upcoming T20 World Cup starting in February and will instead watch from outside the team.&nbsp;Speaking on JioHotstar’s show ‘Captain Rohit Sharma’s Roadmap for T20 World Cup’, Rohit said it would feel strange to watch the tournament from home. He explained that he had played in every T20 World Cup since the beginning, so missing one feels different. While watching regular T20 matches does not affect him much, missing a World Cup makes the reality sink in.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We were talking about this at home, that it will be strange watching it from home, especially the T20 World Cup. From the time it started until now, I have been part of every World Cup, so it will feel different. When I watch the team playing T20 games, the feeling of missing out isn’t as much. But when you miss a World Cup, the reality really sinks in. That’s when you realise you’re not going to be part of it. So it will be a little weird. However, I will be somewhere in the stadium. It won’t be the same and it will be a different experience, but I’m actually looking forward to it. It will be quite amazing,” Rohit said on JioHotstar’s ‘Captain Rohit Sharma’s Roadmap for T20 World Cup’ show.&nbsp;&nbsp;India will also miss Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in this edition, as both retired from T20Is on the same day as Rohit after the 2024 triumph. This time, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. Under his leadership, India have won over 72 per cent of their T20I matches.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-upholds-bangladesh-s-demands-reassures-no-changes-in-t20-world-cup-schedule-1769003244672">ICC upholds Bangladesh's demands, reassures no changes in T20 World Cup schedule</a>&nbsp;Rohit also shared his thoughts on the current Indian squad. He said that the players understand each other well, which will help the team moving forward. According to him, most of the squad has stayed the same for the past two years, with around 80-90 per cent of the players continuing from the last T20 World Cup.&nbsp;“When I watch the matches, I feel there is a strong sense of understanding within the team, developed through playing together. One positive aspect is that almost all of them are of a similar age, apart from a few exceptions. Otherwise, I think the average age is probably close to 25, which is always good, because you have to have a lot of discussions, a lot of open conversations and also some hard conversations when you are heading into a World Cup, as the only aim is to win it. For that, if you have to take certain hard calls where someone you play with, even a close friend, might feel bad, it should be okay. So I think it is very important to create that kind of relationship among players,” Rohit added.

India will also miss Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in this edition, as both retired from T20Is on the same day as Rohit after the 2024 triumph. This time, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. Under his leadership, India have won over 72 per cent of their T20I matches. 



The last time India played in a T20 World Cup, they lifted the trophy under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy in 2024. India beat South Africa in the final, ending a long wait for an ICC title. With that win, Rohit became only the second Indian captain after MS Dhoni to win the T20 World Cup. Now in 2026, things are different. Rohit, who retired from T20Is after the 2024 victory, will not be part of the upcoming T20 World Cup starting in February and will instead watch from outside the team. Speaking on JioHotstar’s show ‘Captain Rohit Sharma’s Roadmap for T20 World Cup’, Rohit said it would feel strange to watch the tournament from home. He explained that he had played in every T20 World Cup since the beginning, so missing one feels different. While watching regular T20 matches does not affect him much, missing a World Cup makes the reality sink in. “We were talking about this at home, that it will be strange watching it from home, especially the T20 World Cup. From the time it started until now, I have been part of every World Cup, so it will feel different. When I watch the team playing T20 games, the feeling of missing out isn’t as much. But when you miss a World Cup, the reality really sinks in. That’s when you realise you’re not going to be part of it. So it will be a little weird. However, I will be somewhere in the stadium. It won’t be the same and it will be a different experience, but I’m actually looking forward to it. It will be quite amazing,” Rohit said on JioHotstar’s ‘Captain Rohit Sharma’s Roadmap for T20 World Cup’ show. India will also miss Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in this edition, as both retired from T20Is on the same day as Rohit after the 2024 triumph. This time, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. Under his leadership, India have won over 72 per cent of their T20I matches. Also Read - ICC upholds Bangladesh's demands, reassures no changes in T20 World Cup schedule Rohit also shared his thoughts on the current Indian squad. He said that the players understand each other well, which will help the team moving forward. According to him, most of the squad has stayed the same for the past two years, with around 80-90 per cent of the players continuing from the last T20 World Cup. “When I watch the matches, I feel there is a strong sense of understanding within the team, developed through playing together. One positive aspect is that almost all of them are of a similar age, apart from a few exceptions. Otherwise, I think the average age is probably close to 25, which is always good, because you have to have a lot of discussions, a lot of open conversations and also some hard conversations when you are heading into a World Cup, as the only aim is to win it. For that, if you have to take certain hard calls where someone you play with, even a close friend, might feel bad, it should be okay. So I think it is very important to create that kind of relationship among players,” Rohit added.

India will also miss Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in this edition, as both retired from T20Is on the same day as Rohit after the 2024 triumph. This time, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. Under his leadership, India have won over 72 per cent of their T20I matches.

Ex- India skipper Rohit Sharma says 'quite amazing' on missing T20 World Cup 2026

In March 2024, retired Argentine soccer star Carlos Tevez published a tweet, hinting at something suspicious going on in a Buenos Aires suburb. The treasurer of the Argentine Football Association, Tevez claimed, was making many trips to Pilar, where he implied the soccer official had buried bags of money and kept a collection of antique cars.


The Argentine Football Association is in crisis ahead of the World Cup

India's World Cup-winning star Smriti Mandhana’s wedding with music composer Palash Muchhal has been postponed indefinitely after her father fell ill and was rushed to a hospital in Sangli on Sunday. The ceremony was originally set for November 23 in her hometown in Maharashtra.


Smriti Mandhana's Wedding Postponed After Her Father Falls Ill

India on Sunday won the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup after defeating Nepal by seven wickets in the final played at the P Sara Oval in Colombo.


Blind Women's T20 WC: India Beat Nepal By 7 Wickets in Final 

The World Cup 2026 playoff draw has created major suspense, especially with four-time champion Italy facing a challenging path. Italy will host Northern Ireland in the semifinal, but if they advance, they must play a one-off final away from home against either Wales or Bosnia. With only six World Cup spots left, home-field advantage and single-match pressure could define Italy’s fate. Here’s how the full playoff bracket shapes up.

All Eyes on Italy: This Is How the World Cup 2026 Playoff Brackets Look

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