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Palestine FA President Jibril Rajoub refused to shake hands with Israel FA Deputy Chairman Basim Sheikh Suliman at the 76th FIFA Congress in Canada, escalating tensions in front of FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Rajoub had earlier called for a ban on Israeli clubs in West Bank settlements.
Arsenal can regain a six-point lead over Manchester City by beating Fulham in Matchday 36 of the Premier League, piling pressure on their title rivals. The Gunners, after a midweek Champions League draw, host a resilient Fulham side still eyeing European qualification. A win would put Arsenal top, but history and fitness concerns add intrigue to the London derby.
US President Donald Trump has voiced support for Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup, after FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed the Iranian team will play on US soil. The decision comes amid ongoing political tensions between the two nations. Iran will open its Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15.
CAF has declared support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to seek a fourth term in 2027, despite the three-term limit. Infantino's first partial term is not counted, allowing him to run again.
Panini's World Cup 2026 sticker album requires 980 unique stickers, including 68 special ones, making it the most challenging collection ever. With 48 teams in the tournament, completing the album could cost over £1,000.
Iranian football officials were absent from key AFC and FIFA meetings in Canada ahead of the 2026 World Cup, likely due to visa issues. The team is set to compete in the US-hosted tournament in Group G. FIFA has not considered moving Iran's matches despite the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
The Palestine Football Association (PFA) has appealed FIFA's decision not to sanction Israel over clubs in occupied West Bank settlements to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). The appeal was filed on April 20 after FIFA cited the unresolved legal status of the West Bank. Visa issues have also prevented some PFA delegates from entering Canada for the FIFA Congress.
IFAB has approved new rules allowing referees to show red cards to players who cover their mouths during confrontations or leave the pitch to protest decisions. The changes, driven by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, will be communicated to all 48 World Cup teams ahead of the tournament starting June 11.
PSG defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in a stunning Champions League semi-final first leg, with nine goals and non-stop action. Thierry Henry called it "pure cinema," and players from both sides hailed it as a dream match. The second leg will be played in Munich.