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Jefferson Adonay Velasquez-Torres, who entered the U.S. illegally as a minor, faces murder charges in two separate fatal shootings in Houston.
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FIFA has withdrawn its controversial plan to sell a stake in the World Cup after strong opposition from UEFA and other football associations.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 12:31 AM
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FIFA’s plan to invite private investment in its flagship tournaments, including the World Cup, has met opposition from major football confederations and internal resignations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 9:17 PM
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FIFA’s chief operating officer Kevin Lamour criticized President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in future World Cup profits, stating staff were misled and urging rejection of the plan amid internal resignations and external opposition.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 6:40 PM
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President Donald Trump says he never spoke with FIFA President Gianni Infantino about FIFA's plan to offer stakes in a new World Cup subsidiary to external investors.
CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 5:22 PM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino's announcement to sell World Cup rights to private equity investors, including Josh Kushner, sparks global backlash.
CBS Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 4:29 PM
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South Africa captain Siya Kolisi is included in the 26-man squad for the August 8 warm-up match in Buenos Aires, marking a key opportunity to retain his place ahead of a four-test series against New Zealand.
CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 1:14 PM
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Carlos Cordeiro steps down in protest against FIFA's proposal to seek private investment in World Cups, calling it detrimental to football's future.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:19 AM
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The AFC expresses solidarity with UEFA and CONCACAF against FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, raising concerns over governance and consultation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:17 AM
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UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously voted to withdraw from the World Cup if FIFA adopts a plan to open commercial rights to private investors.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 8:10 AM
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FIFA remains committed to consulting on private investment in its tournaments after UEFA's unanimous vote to boycott all FIFA events.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 7:40 AM
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Franco Baresi, the iconic AC Milan captain and World Cup winner with Italy, passed away at 66, leaving a lasting legacy in football.
BBC World | Jul 31, 2026, 7:26 AM
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The Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 passed the Senate with strong support and now moves to the House of Representatives, potentially impacting countries continuing to buy Russian oil.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 7:05 AM
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UEFA unanimously opposes FIFA's plan to sell a minority stake in a new commercial subsidiary, threatening to boycott the World Cup and other FIFA competitions.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 5:43 AM
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United States President Donald Trump announced that Morocco named a major highway after him, linking the move to Morocco’s strategic goals in Western Sahara and the 2030 World Cup.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 3:08 AM
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At least 34 migrants died attempting to enter the Spanish enclave from Morocco amid a massive influx overwhelming local authorities.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 2:29 AM
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President Javier Milei issues emergency decree targeting foreigners spreading hate, citing hostility after Argentina's World Cup final loss.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 2:06 AM
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Pathirage leads a competitive field including India’s Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem in the Commonwealth Games javelin final on July 31, 2026.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 1:07 AM
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FIFA’s proposal to package the World Cup’s commercial rights into a $20 billion company and sell a stake to private investors has drawn sharp rebuke from football authorities and political leaders.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 10:56 PM
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The emergency decree empowers the Argentine government to expel foreigners who express hostility toward the nation, amid controversy over its legality following the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 10:14 PM
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European and North/Central American football associations unite against Fifa’s plan to invite private investment in World Cup competitions.
BBC World | Jul 30, 2026, 9:10 PM
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Several parts of Kenya have regained electricity following a major outage that disrupted daily life and businesses across the country.
Africanews | Jul 30, 2026, 8:04 PM
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European soccer's governing body UEFA has declared it will boycott FIFA competitions, including the 2030 World Cup, in response to FIFA's proposed privatization of the World Cup through the FIFA Forward Enterprise plan.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 6:40 PM
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In response to FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, UEFA and its member federations have unanimously decided to boycott all FIFA competitions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 30, 2026, 4:46 PM