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- AFC calls for transparency after FIFA drops investment plan for World Cup
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- Search resumes for British professional surfer missing off Portugal coast
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The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) welcomed FIFA’s decision to cancel plans for a private stake sale in the World Cup. AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa emphasised the importance of transparent consultation on any future initiatives affecting global football governance.
The search continues for British surfer Arran Strong, 28, who went missing while paddleboarding near Arrifana beach, Portugal, after separating from his board.
FIFA has abandoned its proposal to sell a 20% stake in a new unit managing World Cup events, intended to raise $4.2 billion, following significant opposition from member associations, particularly UEFA. President Gianni Infantino acknowledged the divisions the plan caused and confirmed the project’s discontinuation.
Pope Leo XIV commemorates migrants who died at sea during a visit to Lampedusa, urging compassion and responsibility in Europe’s migration debate.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz proposes new rules requiring German workers to obtain a sick note from a doctor on the first day of absence to improve economic performance.
France will face Paraguay in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on 4 July at Philadelphia Stadium, kick-off at 5pm (21:00 GMT). The French team, led by Kylian Mbappe, aims to extend their flawless run, while Paraguay seeks to build on their recent upset of Germany.
Interpol has issued a red notice for Anastasiia Berezovska, the suspect behind a bombing that severely injured Ukrainian billionaire Vadim Ermolaev in Monaco.
Egypt’s national football team reported that a Dallas police officer pushed player Trezeguet and team director Ibrahim Hassan during a photo opportunity with a fan at their hotel. The Dallas Police Department confirmed awareness of the incident, citing concerns over improper event credentials.
A British woman has been arrested in Thailand for allegedly stabbing her husband with a 20-inch zombie knife at their Pattaya home, as police investigate the murder case.
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