Fenway Sports Group — which paid 300 million pounds ($400 million) to take over Liverpool in 2010 and also owns the Boston Red Sox — confirmed the negotiations in a statement to the FT
Keegan, one of just four Englishmen to win the Ballon d’Or, wasn’t just a brilliant football player who dovetailed nimbleness and an eye for goal with a relentless hunger and work rate stemming from his working-class upbringing in northern England
Gomes has played 10 times for Brazil though not for current coach Carlo Ancelotti. His last appearance was a World Cup qualifying game in March last year that Argentina won 4-1
The FIFA World Cup 2026 promises historic payouts, including a USD 51 million champions' prize and newly introduced championship rings beside the glittering trophy. Despite an unprecedented USD 871 million total purse, this windfall pales in comparison to modern club football, where the winners' share is lower than individual player transfer fees and significantly less than the USD 115 million guarantee from the revamped Club World Cup. Read the full breakdown here
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Here's a high-flying reality of FIFA leadership. While the football body has pledged to reduce carbon emissions from the World Cup and related activities by half by 2030, its president, Gianni Infantino, is burning through the atmosphere, racking up nearly 60,000 miles and 115 flight hours in a Qatar-provided private jet to catch matches across North America
The stage is set for a historic FIFA World Cup final as Lionel Messi's Argentina take on Lamine Yamal's Spain. From record-breaking goal averages and a first-of-its-kind halftime show featuring Justin Bieber and Shakira, to a scheduled trophy presentation by President Donald Trump, here is your essential guide to everything you must know before kickoff
From Lionel Messi milestones to Spain's teenage prodigies, everything points to an unforgettable FIFA World Cup 2026 final on Sunday. Goals, streaks, and age-defying records dominate the narrative as Argentina and Spain clash for the ultimate crown. Here's a breakdown of big talking points
England and France put on an incredible show, turning their final game into a high-scoring battle that highlighted the amazing attacking talent on both sides. Even though they were disappointed to miss the final, both teams played with freedom and excitement, giving fans a thrilling performance before they headed home
FIFA said the preparations included testing and collaboration with turf experts and stadium operators. The pitch, with grass from the Carolina Green Sod Farm, got installed in early May
Messi and Argentina will face a Spain squad that is unbeaten in 37 consecutive matches going back to early 2024
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