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Report: Brazil requests to host 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

Brazil formally has told FIFA it wants to host the 2029 Club World Cup, according to a report by ESPN Brazil. The request was delivered during meetings in Rio de Janeiro as FIFA president Gianni Infantino visited the country.

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Sources: Brazil asks FIFA to host Club World Cup

Brazil has asked FIFA to host the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup, sources told ESPN Brazil, saying that the request came during a meeting of top Brazil football officials during a visit to Rio de Janeiro by FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Monday.

Soccer News / ESPN / January 23

Infantino: Resale will drive up WC ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said that many fans who have applied for tickets for the 2026 World Cup will be looking to sell them for profit on resale sites, thus driving up the cost of ticket prices.

Seville News / Field Level Media / January 19

FIFA president condemns 'ugly scenes' from Senegal's AFCON win

FIFA president Gianni Infantino took to social media Monday to condemn the "ugly scenes" that marred Senegal's win over Morocco during Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final.

Rugby News / The42 / December 30

Fifa reveal 150 million applications for World Cup tickets over the past fortnight

Despite high prices, ticket demand for next summer’s tournament is ‘absolutely crazy,’ says Gianni Infantino.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 29

World Cup ticket demand breaking all records

More than 150 million ticket requests have been submitted by fans from more than 200 countries for the 2026 World Cup in North America, FIFA announced on Monday.

Soccer News / ESPN / December 9

Infantino accused of FIFA rules breach over Trump

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been accused of breaching his organisation's rules on political neutrality in relation to U.S. President Donald Trump.

AS Roma News / Football Italia / October 9

Infantino: Italy deserves the ‘best stadiums’ but World Cup depends on players

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says Italy deserves the ‘best stadiums in the world’ and calls for rules on league games played abroad, like Milan-Como.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / September 25

Introducing the FIFA World Cup 2026 Mascots- See Who Represents the USMNT, Canada & Mexico

FIFA has unveiled the first few images of the mascots for the 2026 World Cup. Over the years, many fans recall tournaments based on moments of each respective tournament itself, but the mascot of the tournament is often remembered by many fans.

Soccer News / ESPN / September 24

CONMEBOL pitches 64-team 2030 WC to Infantino

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and CONMEBOL President Alejandro Domínguez met in New York to discuss expanding the 2030 men's World Cup to 64 teams.

Soccer News / ESPN / July 13

Sources: FIFA omitted FIFPRO from welfare talks

FIFPRO was not invited to a summit meeting in New York between FIFA president Gianni Infantino and players' groups, sources have told ESPN.

Soccer News / ESPN / July 12

FIFA, players agree to mandatory rest periods

Player unions secured a victory in their battle for mandatory rest periods after a meeting in New York with FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 24

FIFA to host $1,000-a-ticket party to celebrate Club World Cup

If you want to celebrate the Club World Cup in New York City with FIFA higher-ups and star players, it will cost you. Big Art, an international event management

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / June 17

FIFA’s Club World Cup: Epic Hype Meets Empty Seats

FIFA President Gianni Infantino boldly dubbed the 2025 Club World Cup “epic,” yet the tournament’s launch paints a starkly different picture. Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over LAFC in Atlanta saw 50,000 empty seats haunting the 71,000-capacity Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Soccer’s Shame - Infantino Fuels Sportswashing with more Saudi Cash

FIFA’s leadership reeks of greed, trading soccer’s heart for cash. Once, Sepp Blatter’s corruption scandals rocked the sport, culminating in his 2015 ousting after a U.S.-led investigation exposed rampant bribery.

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FIFA President Infantino confirms game featuring football legends for Pope Francis

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended Pope Francis’ funeral this morning and announced a charity game in September to honour the Pontifex. FIFA President Infantino announced a charity game featuring football legends to pay tribute to Pope Francis.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / April 3

Women's World Cup coming to U.S. in 2031, UK in 2035

The United States will be the host nation for the 2031 Women's World Cup, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Thursday. Infantino also announced that the 2035 global soccer competition will take place in the United Kingdom.

Gianni Infantino confirms that the 2026 World Cup final will feature a half-time show

Gianni Infantino has confirmed that the 2026 World Cup final will feature a half-time show. The 54-year-old football administrator is the president of FIFA and noted that when the tournament arrives in the New Jersey in the USA next year, it will feature a performance at the halfway point, much like the Super Bowl.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / March 5

FIFA President Makes Historic Announcement

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in less than 500 days, and FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that it will be a worldwide soccer celebration unlike any other World Cup in history.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 4

Infantino: ‘Italy hurry up! Club World Cup an opportunity’

FIFA President Gianni Infantino jokes that Italy must ‘hurry up’ and qualify for the next World Cup and insists the 2025 Club World Cup will be an ‘opportunity’

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Confusion, consternation as Inter Miami receive last-minute Club World Cup berth

FIFA president Gianni Infantino made a special appearance at Inter Miami's final home game of the regular season last Saturday. After watching Miami beat the New England Revolution 6-2 and seal Major League Soccer's all-time points record, he had a special announcement for the team and its home fans.

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Infantino infuriated De Laurentiis with Juventus video as Napoli president considers Club World Cup appeal – report

According to Il Mattino newspaper, Gianni Infantino’s video congratulating Juventus for qualifying for the Club World Cup infuriated Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis, who contacted his international lawyers in an attempt to ban the Bianconeri.

Soccer News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / February 9, 2024

FIFA president reveals ultimate deadline to end racism

In a resolute address to the UEFA Congress in Paris, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has issued a three-month ultimatum for football’s stakeholders to intensify their efforts in combating racism within the sport.

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FIFA confirms tri-continental 2030 World Cup hosting lineup

The majority of the tournament is set to take place in the Iberian region, split between Spain, Portugal and Morocco. While those three would make perfectly suitable hosts on their own, FIFA decided to give the opening three matches of the tournament to Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay, all located in South America.

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FIFA prez proposes every country name stadium after Pele

FIFA president proposes stadiums named after Pele in every country

Soccer fans from every corner of the globe are paying their respects before soccer legend Pele is laid to rest on Tuesday. FIFA president Gianni Infantino has an idea for how fans can honor him forever: By naming a soccer stadium in every country after the icon.

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FIFA president pushes back against Qatar criticism

FIFA president Gianni Infantino pushes back against Qatar criticism

FIFA President Gianni Infantino kicked off a press conference on Saturday by going on a lengthy rant regarding the criticism Qatar has faced in advance of the 2022 World Cup.

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