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The World Cup hasn’t even started yet, but it’s already threatening to be overshadowed by off-field controversy.FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been the World Cup’s promoter in recent months, claiming we are about to witness “the biggest event in human history” and enjoy an “absolute party”. But unfortunately for him, most of the news headlines leading up to the tournament were negative.The 2022 Qatar World Cup, which was moved from summer to winter, has been mired in human rights concerns over the migrant workers who made it possible, with questions over construction costs and environmental impact topping the controversy.But the…

Somali referee Omar Altan will not officiate the match. world cup After being denied entry to the United States.U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced Monday that a Somali national scheduled to officiate at the World Cup was denied entry after arriving at Miami International Airport from Istanbul on Saturday. Although CBP’s statement did not mention the person by name, Artan is the only World Cup official from Somalia.FIFA confirmed late Monday that Artan will not be able to practice or officiate at the World Cup.”FIFA is not involved in the host country’s immigration procedures, including visa checks, and we have…

Experts say climate change is at the heart of the issue threatening players and fans at games in the United States, Canada and Mexico.June 8, 2026, 18:30Updated June 8, 2026 18:31England players jogging during a training session in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida (Image: Associated Press)World Cup stars have been warned they could be at risk of “heat stroke” and other serious health risks this summer.England’s star players are said to be at risk due to dangerous temperatures, humidity and extreme weather conditions. Experts say climate change is at the heart of the issue threatening players and fans at games in…

Women accuse West Ham billionaire David Sullivan of preying on him for sexJune 8, 2026 17:46Updated June 8, 2026 20:50David Sullivan is accused of appearing on the Panorama show. (Image: AFP via Getty Images)Businessman David Sullivan faces numerous allegations that he engaged in predatory behavior to obtain sex with young women, allegations he denies. A new Panorama show on the BBC, Predator: The Billionaire Football Boss, spoke to seven women who say he was sexually exploitative towards them.The women who spoke were all models who were in their late teens or early 20s when they met Sullivan and were looking…

GENEVA (AP) — FIFA President Gianni Infantino He was again the subject of criminal charges in France on Monday by his former boss Michel Platini, who seemed destined to lead FIFA until his involvement in the case. financial fraud case In 2015.French football great Platini — who was he? He was acquitted again last year. After the second Swiss court hearing, Switzerland asked a lawyer in Paris to file criminal charges against Infantino and five other Swiss soccer officials and prosecutors. He alleges that there was a conspiracy to spread false accusations and influence to prevent him from becoming FIFA…

Each World Cup referee will earn a dizzying $100,000 (£75,000) for the tournament.Furthermore, if the top judges continue to participate until the second half of the tournament, there is a possibility that they will receive a bonus, and if they advance to the finals, they can earn even more prize money. FIFA wants to bring in the world’s best officials for this summer’s tournament, and their pay is about twice that of the 2014 World Cup.England’s top referees, Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor, have both been selected by FIFA and will receive big salaries. They will only qualify if one…

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Former French national team midfielder Lassana Diarra sues FIFA The soccer association announced on Monday that it had settled the case with no payment, paying 65 million euros ($75 million) in compensation.The former Arsenal, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain player filed a claim for damages from FIFA and the Belgian Football Federation last year. landmark judgment Regarding transfer regulations from the Supreme Court of the European Union in 2024.”Following the global agreement reached, Mr. Lassana Diarra and FIFA have resolved all legal proceedings between them,” FIFA said in a statement.”FIFA has neither admitted liability nor…

Former Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen has posted an update on his condition after being hospitalized after collapsing while playing for Denmark on Sunday.June 8, 2026 17:08Updated June 8, 2026 17:46Christian Eriksen collapsed on Sunday (Image: Bo Amstrup/Ritzau Scanpix Foto v)Christian Eriksen, who collapsed during Sunday’s friendly match between Denmark and Ukraine, has been released from hospital and is said to be doing “well”. The former Manchester United midfielder briefly lost consciousness and the match was abandoned.There were major concerns for the 34-year-old, who suffered a cardiac arrest while playing for the national team in 2021. He was then fitted…

NEW YORK (AP) — Dutch defender Julien Timber will be ruled out of the World Cup on Monday due to a groin problem that has limited the 24-year-old Arsenal since mid-March.Timber was able to play 55 minutes for Arsenal champions league final The match against Paris Saint-Germain about a week ago. However, the Dutch team, still highly ranked, decided that he was not suitable enough for the rigors of the World Cup.He was ruled out as the Netherlands prepared for a final warm-up match against Uzbekistan in New York on Monday.”The 24-year-old defender has not recovered sufficiently from his groin…

Former Middlesbrough player Anthony Renton has tragically passed away at the age of 27 after a nine-year battle with leukemia.June 8, 2026, 12:17Updated June 8, 2026 12:19Anthony Renton playing for Middlesbrough Under-18s in 2016 (Image: Nick Taylor/Getty Images)Middlesbrough have paid tribute to Anthony Renton following the death of their former player. Renton sadly passed away at the age of 27 after a nine-year battle with leukemia.The defender came through Boro’s academy before coaching at the North East club. They described him as a “beacon of positivity” in a moving statement.Middlesbrough wrote: “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of…