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World Cup 2034 Hosts Saudi Arabia Back Gianni Infantino Amid Growing FIFA Leadership Crisis

World Cup 2034 Hosts Saudi Arabia Back Gianni Infantino Amid Growing FIFA Leadership Crisis

Saudi Arabia has backed embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino ahead of his re-election bid, despite mounting pressure and criticism from several major football confederations over a collapsed commercial proposal.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
Uefa Set to Withdraw Fifa Tournament Boycott Threat Following Controversial Proposal Scrap

Uefa Set to Withdraw Fifa Tournament Boycott Threat Following Controversial Proposal Scrap

Uefa is reportedly poised to drop its threat of boycotting Fifa tournaments after receiving assurances that controversial World Cup investment plans have been permanently scrapped.

The National|August 27, 2026|1
Matthew Brennan Claims Second Stage Victory at 2026 Vuelta a Espana as Tadej Pogacar Maintains Overall Lead

Matthew Brennan Claims Second Stage Victory at 2026 Vuelta a Espana as Tadej Pogacar Maintains Overall Lead

British cyclist Matthew Brennan claimed his second stage victory at the 2026 Vuelta a Espana following a strong team lead-out, while Tadej Pogacar maintained his overall lead in the general classification.

The National|August 27, 2026
Atletico Madrid Rules Out Barcelona Transfer for Julian Alvarez While Open to Other Bids

Atletico Madrid Rules Out Barcelona Transfer for Julian Alvarez While Open to Other Bids

Atletico Madrid has firmly refused to negotiate the transfer of striker Julian Alvarez to Barcelona, though the club remains open to other offers as the player misses training.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
History Maker Yaya Toure Becomes First African Coach to Reach UEFA Champions League Main Round

History Maker Yaya Toure Becomes First African Coach to Reach UEFA Champions League Main Round

Yaya Toure has made history as the first African coach to lead a team into the UEFA Champions League main round, guiding Slovan Bratislava past NK Celje.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026
UEFA Prepares to Drop FIFA Boycott Threat Following Abandoned World Cup Selloff Plan

UEFA Prepares to Drop FIFA Boycott Threat Following Abandoned World Cup Selloff Plan

UEFA is poised to drop its threat to boycott FIFA competitions after receiving assurances that Gianni Infantino's controversial World Cup selloff plan will not be revived.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
Egypt Demands Legal Action Following Wrestler's Defection During Rome Layover

Egypt Demands Legal Action Following Wrestler's Defection During Rome Layover

The Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports has taken legal action and suspended officials following the defection of wrestlers Mohamed Mustafa Ali El-Shami and Ziad Haggag during international trips.

Egypt Independent|August 27, 2026|1
EgyptAir Secures Major Partnership as Official Airline of FC Barcelona Through 2029

EgyptAir Secures Major Partnership as Official Airline of FC Barcelona Through 2029

EgyptAir has become the Official Exclusive Airline Partner of FC Barcelona through the 2028-2029 season in a landmark multi-year sponsorship deal spanning multiple sports.

Egypt Independent|August 27, 2026|1
World Record Holder Sebastian Sawe Withdraws from Berlin Marathon Due to Injury

World Record Holder Sebastian Sawe Withdraws from Berlin Marathon Due to Injury

World record holder Sebastian Sawe has withdrawn from the upcoming Berlin Marathon due to an unspecified injury. The Kenyan runner previously made history at the London Marathon by breaking the two-hour barrier.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026
Mohamed Salah Leads Trabzonspor Against Ferencváros in Crucial Europa League Clash

Mohamed Salah Leads Trabzonspor Against Ferencváros in Crucial Europa League Clash

Mohamed Salah and Trabzonspor travel to Budapest to face Ferencváros in the second leg of their UEFA Europa League qualifier, aiming to overcome a 1–0 aggregate deficit.

Egypt Independent|August 27, 2026|1
Barcelona Host Athletic Club in La Liga Clash Amid Pursuit of Julian Alvarez

Barcelona Host Athletic Club in La Liga Clash Amid Pursuit of Julian Alvarez

Barcelona prepare to face Athletic Club at Camp Nou in La Liga while continuing their pursuit of Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
Pressure Mounts on FIFA Chief Gianni Infantino as Italy Withdraws Support While Legend Fabio Cannavaro Backs Him

Pressure Mounts on FIFA Chief Gianni Infantino as Italy Withdraws Support While Legend Fabio Cannavaro Backs Him

Italy's football federation has withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid ongoing pressure over a failed World Cup sell-off plan, though former captain Fabio Cannavaro and other football legends have voiced their backing.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
Fenerbahce Secures Champions League Group Stage Spot Amid Ugly Post-Match Clashes

Fenerbahce Secures Champions League Group Stage Spot Amid Ugly Post-Match Clashes

Fenerbahce advanced to the Champions League league phase after defeating Lyon 2-1, but the victory was overshadowed by post-match clashes involving midfielder Matteo Guendouzi and home fans.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
France's Guendouzi Targeted by Lyon Supporters During Champions League Fixture

France's Guendouzi Targeted by Lyon Supporters During Champions League Fixture

France’s Guendouzi was targeted by fans from Lyon during a Champions League match, as captured in a 41-second video.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
Czech Duo Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik Triumph to Claim US Open Mixed Doubles Title

Czech Duo Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik Triumph to Claim US Open Mixed Doubles Title

Czech tennis players Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik defeated Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli to win the US Open mixed doubles title. The victory marks their first Grand Slam trophy as a team after a hard-fought tiebreak finish.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
Incident Involving Guendouzi and Lyon Fans at Champions League Match

Incident Involving Guendouzi and Lyon Fans at Champions League Match

France’s Guendouzi was targeted in an attack by Lyon fans during a Champions League match, according to video footage.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
NFL Unanimously Approves Record-Breaking $9.6 Billion Sale of Seattle Seahawks to Khosla Group

NFL Unanimously Approves Record-Breaking $9.6 Billion Sale of Seattle Seahawks to Khosla Group

NFL owners have unanimously approved the record-breaking $9.6 billion sale of the Seattle Seahawks to a group led by Vinod Khosla, fulfilling the legacy of late owner Paul Allen.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
Danny Simpson Opens Up on Dubai Move, Arabian Falcons Coaching Role, and Sir Alex Ferguson's Influence

Danny Simpson Opens Up on Dubai Move, Arabian Falcons Coaching Role, and Sir Alex Ferguson's Influence

Former Manchester United and Leicester City defender Danny Simpson discusses his move to Dubai, his new player-coach role at Arabian Falcons alongside Jonjo Shelvey, and the lasting influence of managers like Sir Alex Ferguson.

The National|August 27, 2026
Kylian Mbappe's Brilliant Hat-Trick Powers Real Madrid to 4-1 Victory Over Real Sociedad

Kylian Mbappe's Brilliant Hat-Trick Powers Real Madrid to 4-1 Victory Over Real Sociedad

Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant hat-trick to lead Real Madrid to a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad in Jose Mourinho's first home match back as coach.

Al Jazeera English|August 26, 2026|1
Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad: Team News, Lineups, and La Liga Match Preview

Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad: Team News, Lineups, and La Liga Match Preview

Real Madrid prepares to face Real Sociedad at the Bernabeu Stadium in La Liga, with manager Jose Mourinho guiding his squad after an opening win against Espanyol. The match features key team news, predicted lineups, and historical head-to-head statistics.

Al Jazeera English|August 26, 2026|1