Aug 24 (Reuters) - A group of former international players, including World Cup winners and FIFA legends, called on Monday for immediate change at world soccer's governing body, saying its leadership under embattled President Gianni Infantino had been blinded by power.

The schedule for the 2027 Women's World Cup is finally here. On Thursday, FIFA announced the match schedule for next summer's World Cup in Brazil, which runs from June 24 to July 25. There will be 64 matches played in eight host cities.

A collection of soccer fan groups from around the world have launched a petition calling for Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA president after he tried to sell future World Cup profits to private investors.

The expanded 48-team format creates more premium match inventory, especially knockout games, supporting higher rights fees. Global reach, strong host-market demand and rising revenue across emerging regions offer broadcasters broad audience and sponsorship opportunities.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials seized more than $33 million in counterfeit items during enforcement operations related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, officials announced this month. The CBP’s Office of Field Operations targeted “illicit cargo” and goods that violated intellectual property rights at all ports of entry during this year’s World Cup.

Cantera Rojiblanca once again proves its importance in the national soccer scene. On this occasion, three Guadalajara players were called up to the Mexico U-17 National Team to play a pair of matches

The FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™ will be played between 24 June and 25 July 2027, with 32 teams from six continents competing for global glory in the tenth edition of the

One proposal included opening and closing ceremonies at Disney theme parks in Florida and a broadcast on ESPN.