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Infantino's adviser resigns in protest over World Cup 'sale' plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's senior adviser, Carlos Cordeiro, resigned on Friday in protest against the plan to sell a stake in the commercial rights of FIFA's World Cup to private investors. He described the proposal as a "bad deal" for football .
BCB in talks with government to host India series
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has initiated communication with the government to resolve uncertainties surrounding the hosting of the ODI and T20I series against the Indian cricket team, scheduled for late August. BCB President Tamim Iqbal has taken the initiative to seek government-level cooperation to ensure the series is held as planned.
Sign new deal or be sold: Real Madrid's ultimatum to Vinicius
Real Madrid have taken a firm stance amid uncertainty over Vinicius Junior's future. According to Spanish media outlet Marca, the club has left two paths open for the Brazilian star — either sign a new contract and stay, or be put up for sale this summer.
After Europe, Asia also says no to World Cup 'sale' plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's ambitious plan is facing an escalating crisis of opposition. After Europe and the Concacaf region, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has now publicly opposed the proposal to sell commercial rights to the World Cup and other FIFA tournaments, making its approval increasingly unlikely.
Casemiro, Danilo set to retire from Brazil national team
Veteran Brazil stars Casemiro and Danilo set to retire from international football, according to Head coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Greece turns to Australian Greek talent in bid for historic World Cup spot
Inspired by Italy's remarkable rise on the international stage, Greece is now pursuing a similar blueprint, assembling a squad featuring Australia-based cricketers of Greek heritage as it targets qualification for the 2028 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
AC Milan icon and Italian legend Franco Baresi passes away
Italian football legend Franco Baresi, one of the greatest defenders in the history of the game and an enduring symbol of AC Milan, has died at the age of 66 after a prolonged battle with cancer.
CONCACAF rejects FIFA's private investment proposal for World Cup commercial rights
The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) has unanimously rejected FIFA's proposal to bring private investment into the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup and the Club World Cup, joining growing opposition to the plan from global football stakeholders.
World Cup returns to Africa after 24 years: ICC unveils logo and 12 venues
The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup is set to return to the African continent after 24 years, with South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia jointly hosting the 2027 edition.
Bangladesh coach Dooley prefers similar opponents over Kyrgyzstan ahead of SAFF Championship
Bangladesh national football team head coach Thomas Dooley says he would rather have his team face opponents of a similar standard than stronger teams ahead of the SAFF Championship, believing that such matches would help build confidence.