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Fifa's infantino suggests lifting russia's football ban
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Fifa president Gianni Infantino has called for reviewing the ban on Russian teams from international football, arguing it has only fostered frustration. The comments, made in a Sky News interview, drew sharp criticism from Ukrainian officials who highlighted the ongoing war's toll on athletes. Russia's Kremlin welcomed the remarks, while Ukraine urged maintaining the exclusion.
Fenerbahce have secured the signing of N'Golo Kanté from Al-Ittihad after FIFA intervened to resolve an administrative error that initially derailed the deal. The transfer, which also involves Youssef En-Nesyri moving to the Saudi club, collapsed at the deadline due to issues with the Transfer Matching System. Kanté, eager to return to Europe, is now set to join the Turkish side.
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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches in less than six months, fans are grappling with steep prices for tickets and parking, alongside political and logistical worries. In Los Angeles, FIFA is charging up to $300 for parking spots farther from SoFi Stadium than some ticket prices. Reader accounts highlight frustration over affordability, accessibility, and the U.S. political climate under the Trump administration.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino made a lighthearted remark about British football fans during a defense of the 2026 World Cup and its ticket prices at the World Economic Forum. He claimed no British arrests occurred at the 2022 Qatar tournament for the first time in history, a statement disputed by facts and officials. The comment has drawn criticism amid ongoing debates over high ticket costs.
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A soccer pitch in the Aida refugee camp near Bethlehem has been temporarily saved from an Israeli demolition order, thanks to intervention by FIFA and UEFA leaders. The global soccer bodies, along with Swiss officials, lobbied Israeli authorities to halt the plan amid concerns over the facility's role as a safe space for children. However, the Aida Youth Center warns that the threat persists without official confirmation.
FIFA surprised TV executives with the 2026 World Cup schedule release: Instead of the expected four kick-off times, there are now 15 different ones, many at night. More than half of the 104 matches start at midnight or later, posing challenges for broadcasters and fans.
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Five more Indian match officials have been added to the FIFA International List for 2026, boosting India's representation to 19. This includes three referees and two assistant referees, with notable achievements in recent training programs. The All India Football Federation announced the inclusions on December 31, 2025.
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