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'Full support' for FIFA president as pressure mounts

'Full support' for FIFA president as pressure mounts

FIFA has acknowledged that it made mistakes in its failed attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, but backs their under-fire president.

Fresh blackmail calls as pressure builds on FIFA boss

Fresh blackmail calls as pressure builds on FIFA boss

Fresh blackmail calls as pressure builds on FIFA boss

Fresh blackmail calls as pressure builds on FIFA boss

FIFA ‌president Gianni Infantino is fighting to stay head of soccer's governing body as opposition to him builds following his failed World Cup sell-off plan.

FIFA scraps controversial World Cup investment plan

FIFA scraps controversial World Cup investment plan

FIFA scraps controversial World Cup investment plan

FIFA scraps controversial World Cup investment plan

FIFA has decided to abandon its divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity after receiving pushback from all corners of the soccer world.

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FA want more details on FIFA World Cup investor plan

FA want more details on FIFA World Cup investor plan

FIFA members have been given a deadline to accept a one-off payment that will open the way for a project to involve private investors in the World Cup.

Spain reign after sub's strike in World Cup final

Spain reign after sub's strike in World Cup final

Spain are World Cup champions for the second time after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in the final following an extra-time goal.

England stun 'gutted' France in 10-goal bronze battle

England stun 'gutted' France in 10-goal bronze battle

Thomas Tuchel’s side scored four times before halftime and then had to hold on to win the World Cup bronze medal match 6-4 against France.

Messi's men sink England, title defence one win away

Messi's men sink England, title defence one win away

England have fallen at the semi-final stage for the fifth time at a major tournament, conceding two late goals to lose their World Cup clash with Argentina 2-1.

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France flop, Euro champs Spain seal Cup final spot

France flop, Euro champs Spain seal Cup final spot

France flop, Euro champs Spain seal Cup final spot

France flop, Euro champs Spain seal Cup final spot

Didier Deschamps’ hopes of leading France to a third successive World Cup decider have been dashed, his world No.1 side beaten 2-0 in the first semi by Spain.

European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout

European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout

European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout

European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout

Dallas is all set to play host to the first World Cup semi-final between the top-ranked France and third seeds Spain in a clash of two former champions.

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

It’s a World Cup semi-final lineup for the ages, with the four top-ranked teams and some of the most prolific individual players chasing ultimate glory.

'Not happy': Tuchel's comment irks England's hero

'Not happy': Tuchel's comment irks England's hero

'Not happy': Tuchel's comment irks England's hero

'Not happy': Tuchel's comment irks England's hero

Two-goal star Jude Bellingham says "sometimes you have to win dirty" and that's what England did against Norway to progress to the World Cup semi-finals.

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

The USA's World Cup run on home soil is over, falling 4-1 to a red-hot Belgium side in their round-of-16 match in Seattle.

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Patrick Beach has returned to Melbourne, saying there was no need for a private chat with Socceroos coach Tony Popovic after his controversial substitution.

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

The Socceroos are out of the World Cup and left to rue what might have been after losing to Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the round of 32.

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Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms

Presented with a chance to make World Cup history, the Socceroos cannot get caught up in the occasion against Mohamed Salah's Egypt, says coach Tony Popovic.

Facing Salah won't faze Socceroos' defensive lock

Composed Socceroos central defender Alessandro Circati regularly faces top forwards in the Serie A so is ready for the prospect of facing Mohamed Salah.

Ice in the veins: Jedinak passes on penalty expertise

Socceroos assistant coach Mile Jedinak was a flawless penalty taker and if Australia's game against Egypt goes to spot kicks, is ready to give players advice.

'Eat or be eaten': Salah holds no fear for Socceroo

The Socceroos won't have any fear of Egypt star Mohamed Salah and won't pay him too much respect in their World Cup round-of-32 clash.

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'Something clicked': rejected Aussie comes full circle

Cristian Volpato felt Australian football had told him he wasn't good enough as a teenager, but made a call to return ahead of the World Cup.

'They ruined our dream': Socceroos' Egypt redemption

Australia's World Cup round-of-32 clash with Egypt is personal for some of the Socceroos' stars, including attacker Connor Metcalfe.

Africa's success lays bare Asia's World Cup flop

Only two Asian nations, Japan and Australia, made it through to the World Cup round of 32 in a disastrous tournament for the region.

Socceroos to face Egypt in bid for World Cup history

The Socceroos' bid for an elusive World Cup knockout win will come down to a do-or-die clash with Egypt in the round of 32.

Life's a Beach: Socceroos goalkeeper embracing fame

Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach's newfound fame has extended to having a beach temporarily renamed in his honour, but he is taking it all in stride.

'Best wing-back in the world': Bos runs the show

Socceroo Jordan Bos was dominant at right wing-back in Australia's 0-0 draw with Paraguay, delivering a World Cup performance that has everyone talking.

Scoreless wonder: 'special' Socceroos book last-32 spot

The Socceroos have sealed progression to the World Cup round of 32 by playing out a 0-0 draw with Paraguay that delivers second place in Group D.

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