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FIFA World Cup plot LIVE: Furious chiefs hit out at Gianni Infantino's 'blackmail' ploy with his presidency on the brink31 July 2026, 12:32 pm
Follow all the latest on FIFA's controversial World Cup plot - with more nations publicly opposing Gianni Infantino's scheme, while his right-hand man has resigned in protest. -
Real Madrid hand Vinicius Jr contract ultimatum: Spanish giants 'table take it or leave it offer' to Arsenal target amid contract stand-off31 July 2026, 12:29 pm
Marca now report that Madrid have put forward one final offer to Vinicius and his camp and there will be no further increases or another round of negotiations. -
Andy Burnham calls for Gianni Infantino to RESIGN: Prime Minister tells under-fire FIFA president he is 'the wrong man' to lead football in wake of World Cup backlash31 July 2026, 12:19 pm
'The idea that it could even be brought forward, in my view, shows that the FIFA president is the wrong man to lead the organisation,' said Burnham. -
'He'll be a handful': Why Alexander Isak is ready to fire in second Liverpool season - LEWIS STEELE reveals his new role under Andoni Iraola, new intensity in training and mentoring Reds' young stars31 July 2026, 12:18 pm
LEWIS STEELE IN CHICAGO: One phrase to tick off in the weekly Friday morning game of Arne Slot Press Conference Bingo was 'Alexander Isak has signed for six years, not six months'. -
Gianni Infantino's World Cup plot is unravelling as senior advisor QUITS and Asian Federation join leading nations in opposing controversial plan - denying deluded FIFA boss a majority31 July 2026, 11:53 am
Gianni Infantino's divisive plan to sell stakes in the World Cup appears to be dead after the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) joined UEFA and Concacaf in opposing the plot. -
Inter Milan continue pursuit of £30m-rated Liverpool star, Bournemouth agree deal for Benfica defender - and West Ham step up chase for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels: WINDOW WATCH31 July 2026, 11:14 am
The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments. -
World Cup hero Jack Charlton's son hit with £200,000 Inheritance Tax bill after receiving legend's iconic 1966 medal31 July 2026, 11:01 am
Jack Charlton's son claims that he faces a £200,000 Inheritance Tax blow if he wants to keep hold of his father's precious World Cup winner's medal from 1966. -
'I stayed up for England vs Mexico - then fell asleep at half-time!': Cole Palmer on World Cup heartache, feeling fresh after seven-week summer holiday and his bromance with new team-mate Morgan Rogers31 July 2026, 10:57 am
Cole Palmer is talking his 'cold' celebration and whether he will allow his best friend in football and new team-mate, Morgan Rogers, to continue to use it after scoring at Chelsea . -
Sandro Tonali reveals why he chose Tottenham over Man City in just 10 minutes, how he already has a 'mini connection' with Roberto De Zerbi and how he fought for the 'best deal for Newcastle' before £100m switch31 July 2026, 10:57 am
KIERAN GILL IN SYDNEY: Our interview with Sandro Tonali is over, but as we shake hands, we have a small correction to make with Tottenham Hotspur's £100million summer signing. -
Manchester United keeping tabs on Newcastle defender Lewis Hall ahead of potential summer move - plus latest on Marcus Rashford's Old Trafford future31 July 2026, 10:26 am
Cover at left back is required as United are going into the new season with Luke Shaw, who has one year left on contract, as their only recognised senior option in that position. -
Franco Baresi dead at 66: AC Milan legend passes away with club sharing heartbreaking tribute to one of football's best ever defenders31 July 2026, 8:46 am
AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi has died at the age of 66, his former club confirmed on Friday. -
Roy Keane and Micah Richards like you've never seen them before! Pundits dress up for Sky Bet campaign ahead of new Premier League season31 July 2026, 8:38 am
The former Manchester United captain and Manchester City star have become known for their on-screen chemistry, but now they have been taken back to a different era, featuring new facial hair. -
FIFA vows to press on with plans to sell stake in the World Cup despite worldwide backlash and boycott threats: Football chiefs issue furious late-night statement31 July 2026, 7:16 am
FIFA issued a response to furious backlash over the controversial plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors by blaming the media for the uproar. -
Game over Gianni! As deplorable megalomaniac Infantino's grand plan to sell off the World Cup goes up in smoke, DAILY MAIL SPORT tells the humiliated FIFA president he must RESIGN31 July 2026, 6:52 am
UEFA will boycott FIFA competitions - including the World Cup itself - unless these preposterous plans are consigned to the dustbin where they belong. -
Erling Haaland's Mediterranean jaunt continues as Man City star stays at five-star hotel which has hosted Pablo Picasso and Ernest Hemingway following his starring role at World Cup with Norway31 July 2026, 6:50 am
Erling Haaland's Mediterranean odyssey continued this week along the French Riviera, where Norway's favorite son was joined by his brother and friends at five-star hotel.