Monaco Agree €30m Deal for Nantes Forward Matthis Abline
AS Monaco have reached an agreement with FC Nantes to sign Matthis Abline for a fee estimated at €30 million, marking the biggest sale in the Ligue 2 side’s history.
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Spain Crowned 2026 World Cup Champions as FIFA Announces Record $15bn Revenue
Spain have won the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a final that confirmed their supremacy on the pitch, while off-field controversies and record commercial returns defined the expanded tournament.
FIFA to announce record $15bn World Cup revenue
FIFA will announce record revenues of $15bn from this summer’s World Cup, exceeding targets by $4bn. The financial boost strengthens Gianni Infantino’s position ahead of his March re-election bid.
Infantino unlikely to face IOC sanctions over Balogun ban controversy
FairSquare filed a complaint alleging Gianni Infantino breached IOC political neutrality rules by discussing Folarin Balogun’s World Cup ban with Donald Trump. However, sources indicate the IOC is reluctant to intervene and no formal investigation is expected.
Infantino secures over 200 endorsements for fourth FIFA term despite controversies
Gianni Infantino has received formal backing from more than 200 countries for re-election as FIFA president, though the Balogun scandal and UEFA opposition have caused unrest among European associations.
German FA refuses to back Infantino for third FIFA term after Balogun controversy
The DFB has declined to endorse Gianni Infantino’s re-election following the controversial overturning of Folarin Balogun’s red card, which prompted reported intervention by Donald Trump.
Balogun Ban Reversal Sparks Infantino Ethics Complaint Amid Trump Intervention Claims
Folarin Balogun admits he predicted controversy after Donald Trump allegedly intervened to overturn his World Cup suspension, as FairSquare files a complaint against FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
Juventus ready Kessié approach and monitor Balogun amid striker search
The Bianconeri are preparing an offer for free agent Franck Kessié while considering Monaco’s Folarin Balogun as negotiations for Randal Kolo Muani hit complications.
Wilson warns Infantino risks destroying World Cup integrity with Balogun intervention
Football writer Jonathan Wilson has criticised FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s ban, warning that such interventions undermine the tournament’s credibility amid wider concerns over refereeing inconsistencies.
Garcia: Belgium gain ‘millions’ of fans after Trump lobbies FIFA over Balogun red card
Belgium manager Rudi Garcia claims the team has gained “millions and millions” of new supporters following Donald Trump’s intervention with FIFA regarding Folarin Balogun’s red card.