The opposition to FIFA’s proposed $20 billion investment plan continues to grow, with CONCACAF becoming the latest confederation to reject the proposal.

In a statement, CONCACAF said it does not support FIFA’s plan to create a new commercial entity that would own the rights to the FIFA World Cup and other competitions before selling minority stakes to private investors. The confederation stressed that football’s long-term interests must take priority over short-term financial gains and called for greater transparency and consultation before any decision is made.

UEFA and its 55 member associations have unanimously announced that they will boycott the FIFA World Cup and all other FIFA competitions if FIFA proceeds with its controversial plan to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors.

The row stems from FIFA’s proposal to create FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), a new company valued at $20 billion that would manage the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup and other FIFA tournaments. FIFA intends to sell up to 20% of the company to outside investors, raising billions of dollars that it says will be used to expand football development worldwide.

Brazilian football icon Neymar Jr. has once again made it clear that he has no plans to return to international football, insisting that his journey with the Seleção has come to an end.

The 34-year-old, who stepped away from the national team after Brazil’s disappointing exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, says he is at peace with his decision and believes it is time for the next generation of Brazilian stars to lead the five-time world champions.

Nigeria’s Goodness Nwachukwu has once again etched her name into the history books after setting a new world record in the Women’s F42/F44/F61/F64 Para Discus at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

The Nigerian para-athlete produced a sensational throw of 39.66 metres, breaking the world record and storming to the gold medal in a dominant display. It is yet another remarkable achievement for one of Nigeria’s finest para-athletes.

Football’s governing body, FIFA, is facing mounting criticism over a controversial proposal that could fundamentally change the commercial future of the FIFA World Cup.

The plan would see FIFA create a new company, FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), to manage the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup and other FIFA competitions. The company would be valued at $20 billion, with FIFA seeking to raise up to $4.2 billion by selling minority, non-controlling stakes to long-term private investors while retaining full control of football governance and competitions.

Late **Amir Angwe**, was a talented Nigerian striker whose passion, courage, and commitment to football continue to be remembered decades after his untimely passing.

Angwe made his name with **BCC Lions of Gboko**, where he played a key role in one of the club’s greatest achievements. He famously scored the opening goal in the **1990 African Cup Winners’ Cup final** against Tunisia’s Club Africain, helping BCC Lions secure one of Nigerian club football’s most memorable continental triumphs.

The transfer window is heating up, with clubs across Europe spending big ahead of the new season. Here are some of the headline moves:

Morgan Rogers

Aston Villa ➜ Chelsea (£117m)

The biggest transfer of the summer so far, with Chelsea making Rogers the focal point of their new-look attack.

Elliot Anderson

Nottingham Forest ➜ Manchester City (£116m)

HOW DO YOU BUILD A WORLD CUP WINNING DYNASTY? YOU START 11 YEARS EARLY!

Spain’s 2026 World Cup victory is a massive tribute to manager Luis de la Fuente and a flawless youth development pathway. De la Fuente won trophies at every single age cadre before dominating the senior world stage with the exact same players!

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Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen is conscious and recovering after collapsing during Denmark’s international friendly against Ukraine on Sunday, prompting the match to be abandoned.

The game was halted in the 65th minute after the 34-year-old suddenly fell to the ground. Medical staff rushed onto the field to treat Eriksen, who was later able to walk off the pitch and leave for hospital under his own power.

Denmark national team doctor Morten Boesen said Eriksen briefly lost consciousness but recovered quickly.

Grace Chinyere Igboamalu (born 29 December 2001) is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder. Known for her creativity, leadership, and attacking influence from midfield, Igboamalu has built an international career spanning clubs in Africa and Europe. Grace hails from Isikwe Achi, a town in the Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria.

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Anthony Nwakaeme was born on 21 March 1989 in Lagos. He began his professional career in Romania with Universitatea Cluj, including spells at Arieșul Turda and Petrolul Ploiești. In 2013, he moved to Israel, first joining Hapoel Ra’anana before becoming a key player at Hapoel Be’er Sheva, where he won three consecutive Israeli Premier League titles along with domestic cups and Super Cups.

Fenerbahce fans turned out in large numbers to receive Ngolo Kante to the Istanbul based club. Great scenes!

Tochukwu Nnadi’s rise from the streets of Owerri to Marseille is a story of steady growth and earned opportunity. Born in Ihiagwa, Imo State, he began his football journey with local club Campos FC before moving abroad in 2021 to Bulgarian side Botev Plovdiv.

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Sunday Oliseh and John Mikel Obi need no introduction in Nigeria soccer circles. Both were Super Eagles captain at different times. Oliseh had 63 caps for Nigeria and scored three goals. Mikel had 91 caps for Nigeria and scored six goals. Both players won the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) as Super Eagles players (Oliseh in 1994 and Mikel in 2013). Both players also featured in two world cups for Nigeria. Oliseh came third in the African Footballer of the Year award in 1998 (behind Mustafa Hadji and Austin Jay Jay Okocha), while Mikel came second in 2013 (behind Yaya Toure).

Nigeria have won the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) title three times in1980, 1994, and 2013. Nigeria also played the AFCON final games in 1984, 1988, 1990, and 2000 but lost them.

Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, clinched the prestigious Italian footballers’ association player of the year accolade for his stellar performances with Napoli in the previous season. The Super Eagles sensation received the award during Monday night’s ceremony following his pivotal role in securing Napoli’s first league title in 33 years.

Benjamin Mendy, the former Manchester City player, is taking legal action against his ex-club over unapproved wage deductions, amounting to millions of pounds. The France full-back, aged 29, concluded his tenure with City when his contract expired this past summer.

Renowned ex-Brazil and Barcelona defender, Dani Alves, is set to face trial in Spain for an alleged sexual assault case. Alves, aged 40, has been held in custody since January after an arrest relating to accusations of assaulting a woman in a Barcelona nightclub in December.