FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing mounting pressure as opposition to his leadership grows among influential football bodies, particularly in Europe. A controversial proposal to sell stakes in the commercial rights to major FIFA tournaments to private investors has triggered widespread criticism, and the fallout appears to have continued even after the plan was withdrawn. […]

UEFA has issued clearer guidance to referees on handball decisions inside the penalty area, following a controversial incident involving Barcelona in the Champions League earlier this year. Under the new guidance, if a player deliberately handles the ball inside their own penalty area while the ball is in play, the referee must award a penalty. […]

Chelsea have completed the signing of Argentine youngster Valentin Barco from French club RC Strasbourg on a seven-year contract, bringing one of Argentina’s promising young talents to Stamford Bridge. Barco was part of Argentina’s squad at the last World Cup, although opportunities to make a significant impact were limited. His move to Chelsea now represents […]