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FIFA president Gianni Infantino believes the newly enlarged 2026 World Cup was a success and says he is ready to discuss the next edition, which will involve 64 countries.July 12, 2026, 18:06Updated July 13, 2026, 06:30Gianni Infantino is ready to consider a 64-team World Cup in four years’ time (Image: Getty)FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that FIFA will consider expanding the World Cup further into a 64-team tournament in 2030, after declaring the 2026 edition a major victory.Gianni Infantino has said that FIFA will consider adding 16 more countries to the World Cup, making it a 64-team tournament for…

England to face Argentina in World Cup semi-final (Image: Getty)England faced Argentina in the semi-finals of the World Cup, knowing that a win would seal their first place in the final since 1966. The Three Lions have only reached this far in the World Cup three times before, and Thomas Tuchel’s side knew that back-to-back wins would make them immortalized in the country’s history.But standing in their way to qualify for the final is the holder and the greatest footballer of all time, Lionel Messi. The eight-goal attackers share the top spot with the Golden Boot, and the South Americans…

Manager Thomas Tuchel criticized England’s performance in defeating Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-finals, but Jude Bellingham firmly disagreed, making headlines.Harry Kane gave the verdict (Image: FIFA)Harry Kane has claimed that he is only trying to “bring the best out” of England’s players by being highly critical of manager Thomas Tuchel. Three Lions captain Kane was effectively acting as peacemaker after Jude Bellingham was clearly irritated by Tuchel’s comments following England’s heroic win over Norway.This booked England to play Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday, clinching a place in the semi-finals for the second time in three World Cups. Bellingham’s…

Norway’s players and staff were furious after Jude Bellingham’s opening goal for England at Miami Stadium resulted in him being allowed to stand by the match officials.July 12, 2026, 13:33Updated July 12, 2026 16:44Referee Clement Turpin receives some backlash for England’s controversial goal (Image: (Hannah Peters – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images))Norway refused to accept the defeat against England quietly and the manager, number two and players scored Jude Bellingham’s opening goal. Assistant manager Kent Bergersen has given his latest opinion, insisting that VAR should have been considered for the controversial equalizer.Norwegian players and staff were furious, believing Orjan Nyland’s goal…

Belgian national team midfielder Youri Tielemans spoke passionately about his expected reunion with Marcus Rashford at Manchester United in 2025. Rashford spent half the season alongside Tielemans at Aston Villa after joining on loan, and the Belgian now appears to be closing in on joining his former colleague at Old Trafford. United have already signed Andrei Santos and could use the 29-year-old as their second midfield addition. The interest in the Belgian, who is available for around £35 million, comes after the Red Devils’ attempts to sign Ederson appeared to have hit a wall.Rashford played the second half of the…

Journalist Gaston Edul claimed that Argentina had submitted a request to FIFA to wear an all-blue kit rather than a blue and white strip.Get the latest 2026 World Cup news in your inbox with our Make Football Great Again newsletterIn an interview with ESPN Argentina, Messi said, “Everything I see and remember (about the 1986 Argentina vs. England game) comes from videos and images that Argentines watch and relive all the time.” “But I think this group is used to playing the game of football regardless of the opponent.“Obviously, playing against England is special because they are a strong team…

England face arch-rivals Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday in the World Cup semi-final, but there are fears that things could escalate inside and outside the 75,000-capacity stadium.08:36, July 13, 2026Updated July 13, 2026, 08:36Argentina has a lot of support at the World Cup (Image: Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Police are on high alert ahead of England’s World Cup semi-final match against Argentina in Atlanta, where racial segregation is expected to be restricted. The two countries will face off at the 75,000-capacity Mercedes-Benz Stadium, located in the heart of Atlanta.Officers are aware of the historical context behind the match. England…

Liverpool have already signed two players since appointing Andoni Iraola as new manager, but the Reds boss is hoping to make more signings before the summer transfer window closes.Andoni Iraola held his first press conference (Image: LFCTV)Liverpool’s new manager Andoni Iraola has opened up about the club’s transfer plans, telling owners Fenway Sports Group: “We need more players.” Iraola, 44, spoke in his first press conference since taking over on a two-year contract last month.The former Bournemouth manager replaced Arn Slott, who was sacked after two disappointing seasons as a featured player at Anfield. Liverpool have brought in centre-back Jeremy…

Manchester United made their first major announcement of the summer transfer window, announcing the signing of Brazilian midfielder Andrei Santos from Chelsea in a deal worth up to $67.09 million.The 22-year-old arrives at Old Trafford as the first permanent signing under new head coach Michael Carrick, marking the start of what the club hopes will be a long-term rebuild around a younger, more dynamic midfield.Haaland look-alike: Introducing Anastasia Kostromitina, the Russian model who will be a hot topic at the 2026 World Cup×With Casemiro expected to leave and Manuel Ugarte sidelined due to a serious knee injury sustained during the…

FIFA faced intense backlash when it suspended American striker Folarin Balogun for one match ahead of the team’s last-16 match against Belgium after receiving a red card in the previous match.Folarin Balogun controversially allowed to play despite red card (Image: Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images)FIFA’s controversial decision to suspend player Folarin Balogun for one match was reportedly made solely by the head of the Disciplinary Committee without consulting the other 17 committee members. American striker Balogun was shown a straight red card during his country’s 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 16 and was scheduled…