FIFA World Cup

News 3h ago ESPN News Services Source: FIFA to open World Cup private equity plan files following UEFA demands FIFA will open access to confidential documents detailing president Gianni Infantino's controversial proposal to bring private investors into the World Cup, a source confirmed to ESPN. ESPN 1d ago ESPN Messi tracker: Goals, assists, key moments in 2026 ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of Lionel Messi's performances for Inter Miami and Argentina. News 6d ago Associated Press Two-time WC coach Okada leaves Japan post over AFC support of Infantino Two-time World Cup coach Takeshi Okada resigned as Japanese federation VP in protest over AFC support of FIFA during Gianni Infantino's re-election campaign. ESPN Oct 27 Chris Jones, special to ESPN Vozinha's Ballon d'Or night a perfect moment for soccer's dreamers Vozinha's improbable star turn at the 2026 World Cup led him to Monday night's Ballon d'Or ceremony. It was also a perfect moment for those who love the game, but never get love back.