Formal Letter Urges FIFA to Block Gianni Infantino From 2027 Election

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Formal Letter Urges FIFA to Block Gianni Infantino From 2027 Election

Infantino has held power since 2016 and won re-election twice, but FIFA's statutes cap the presidency at 12 years. A formal letter argues he should be barred from next year's election, citing a term-limit violation, per The Athletic. FIFA does not count his initial stint completing Blatter's cycle as a full term. A fourth would extend his reign to 15.

By Adit Pujari

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Rodri Asks Fermín Lopez for Number 16 Ahead of Barcelona Move

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Rodri Asks Fermín Lopez for Number 16 Ahead of Barcelona Move

Fermín will hand over the number 16 and switch to 7, freed by Torres' departure to PSG, per Romano. Rodri requested the shirt during direct conversations with his fellow Spaniard ahead of his move from Manchester City. The Ballon d'Or winner wore 16 at City and with Spain at the World Cup, where he won the Golden Ball.

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Martin Odegaard Says Arsenal Are Focused on Defending Their Premier League Title

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Martin Odegaard Says Arsenal Are Focused on Defending Their Premier League Title

Odegaard scored Arsenal's third goal in the 3-0 win in the Community Shield over Manchester City on Sunday. "We played brilliant football. We've shown we're ready. We're serious," he said. Arsenal won the Premier League last season for the first time since 2004. "When you get a taste of how nice it is, you want to do it again."


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Barcelona Reach $88M Rodri Agreement With Manchester City

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Barcelona Reach $88M Rodri Agreement With Manchester City

Barcelona have reached an agreement in principle worth $87.8M for Rodri, with City set to receive $68.8M up front and expecting at least $82M through achievable add-ons. Personal terms are not expected to be an issue. The 2024 Ballon d’Or winner has under 12 months left on his City deal and prefers Camp Nou.

By Tanish Chachra

PSG Leave Bradley Barcola, Ibrahim Mbaye Out Amid Liverpool Interest

about 21 hours ago

PSG Leave Bradley Barcola, Ibrahim Mbaye Out Amid Liverpool Interest

Barcola and Mbaye were left off PSG’s match sheet for the Trophée des Champions against Lens, with both wingers reportedly on their way out. Liverpool still want to recruit both players, per Fabrice Hawkins, and discussions are expected to continue next week. PSG’s decision adds another transfer signal as the French champions prepare for possible attacking exits this summer.

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Arsenal Stun Manchester City With 3-0 Community Shield Win

about 23 hours ago

Arsenal Stun Manchester City With 3-0 Community Shield Win

Arsenal beat City 3-0 in the Community Shield, starting fast through Calafiori’s first-minute opener. Havertz doubled the lead in the 28th minute before Odegaard sealed the win three minutes after half-time. Arteta’s side controlled the showpiece from start to finish, turning a statement performance into silverware and handing Enzo Maresca's team a heavy Wembley defeat.

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