Ligue 1
Luis Enrique Backs Fabián Ruiz for Ballon d'Or
Fabián Ruiz has won the World Cup, Euro and Champions League, and Luis Enrique has praised and backed him for Ballon d'Or after his feat.
By Michael Evalls · 11 Aug 2026
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FIFA World Cup
World Cup 2026
Messi Was Targeted by Serious World Cup Threats
Lionel Messi was targeted by multiple serious threats during the 2026 World Cup, according to internal police reports
By Michael Evalls · 10 Aug 2026
African Football
Nigeria Face South Africa in Crucial WAFCON Play-Off
Nigeria face South Africa on August 13 for a place in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 Play-Off Tournament after their WAFCON quarter-final exits
By Michael Evalls · 10 Aug 2026
World Cup 2026
Argentina Backs Infantino Despite Growing FIFA Revolt
Argentina's Football Association has publicly backed FIFA president Gianni Infantino as pressure mounts on his leadership over the abandoned FIFA rights proposal
By Michael Evalls · 7 Aug 2026
Football Gists
Benjamin Mendy has Auctioned and Sold His World Cup Trophy
Benjamin Mendy has sold his 2018 FIFA World Cup winners' replica trophy for about €54,000, reigniting debate over football's most treasured memorabilia
By Michael Evalls · 6 Aug 2026
World Cup 2026
FIFA to Cover Most of Manuel Ugarte Salary After ACL Injury
Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte is set to receive salary protection from FIFA after suffering an ACL injury during Uruguay's World Cup defeat to Spain.
By Michael Evalls · 6 Aug 2026
Analysis
Manchester United Receive FIFA Compensation Following Ugarte’s Long-Term Injury
Before the start of the 2026/27 season, Manchester United have received a significant financial boost following the serious injury suffered by midfielder Manuel Ugarte during the FIFA World Cup.
By Nnadebe Chukwuma · 6 Aug 2026