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CONCACAF and AFC have sharply criticized FIFA's plan to sell up to 20% of a $20 billion subsidiary overseeing the World Cup, saying they were not consulted. The Asian and North American bodies, along with UEFA, France and England, expressed deep concern over the lack of process and governance.
Paceman Jayden Seales took a five-wicket haul to lead West Indies to a 90-run win over Pakistan in the first Test at Tarouba. The home side set a target of 211 runs and bowled Pakistan out for 120, with captain Roston Chase dedicating the victory to the late Garry Sobers.
Shohei Ohtani made history with his 10th leadoff home run in a 3-for-4, 3-RBI outing, but the Los Angeles Dodgers lost 7-6 to the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. The defeat marked the Dodgers' second straight home loss despite Ohtani's heroics.
The commercial value of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has increased by more than 11% to $20.6 billion this year, according to a report from U.S. investment bank Houlihan Lokey. This marks the second consecutive year of double-digit growth for the league. The report highlights record franchise valuations and increasing private equity participation.
FIFA announced plans to form a $20 billion subsidiary to manage the World Cup and other tournaments, offering minority stakes to private investors to raise up to $4.2 billion, drawing sharp criticism from UEFA. The proposal requires approval from FIFA's 211 member nations.
India's failure to qualify for the Asian Cup next year has obliterated hopes of reaching the World Cup. The 1.45-billion-population nation ranks 138th in the world and faces systemic problems.
Former Italy coach Roberto Mancini is set to return as the national team's manager for a second time, replacing Gennaro Gattuso after Italy missed World Cup qualification for the third straight tournament. The 61-year-old, who led Italy to victory at Euro 2021, was announced by FIGC President Giovanni Malago.
Zinedine Zidane has been appointed head coach of France, replacing Didier Deschamps after the 2026 World Cup. The FFF announced the decision on July 28, two weeks after France finished fourth. Zidane, a World Cup winner with France in 1998, will begin with Nations League matches against Turkey and Italy.
West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves made Test cricket history by becoming the first bowler to take a wicket in five consecutive maiden overs. His 5-27 spell helped dismiss Pakistan for 282 in the first Test at Tarouba.
Conor McGregor has called for a rematch with Max Holloway, targeting 2027 after suffering a knee injury in their July fight at UFC 329. The Irish fighter, who requires ACL surgery, aims for a final bout under his UFC contract. Their third encounter would come after Holloway’s TKO win following McGregor’s early injury.
