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FIFA President Pays Tribute to Jayden Adams After Soccer Star's Death at 25

FIFA President Gianni Infantino paid tribute to the late Jayden Adams following the South African soccer player’s death at age 25. “It’s so incredibly sad to hear that South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams has passed away just weeks after featuring in his nation’s historic World Cup campaign,
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Colombian soccer player gets death threats after FIFA World Cup elimination

Jáminton Campaz, an attacking midfielder and left winger for Colombia’s national team, denounced death threats on Thursday.

Trump Called FIFA President About U.S. Soccer Player’s Suspension

President Donald Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino regarding the suspension of U.S. soccer player Folarin Balogun, according to a source familiar with the matter. The call was first reported by The New York Times, which cited anonymous sources familiar with the conversation.
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FIFPro to have equal say over transfer rules and player welfare after FIFA agreement

FIFPro in return has agreed to drop several complaints including issues related to Lassana Diarra. Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images FIFA has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with FIFPro that will give the global players’ union an equal say on ...
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Should FIFA be doing more to protect soccer players from the World Cup heat?

The heat stress players may face during the 2026 FIFA World Cup could negatively affect their performance and pose a threat to their health.
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The Math Behind the Impressive Athleticism a Soccer Player Needs to Compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The first day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup—the biggest in FIFA’s 96-year history—kicked off in Mexico City on June 11. The World Cup is regarded as the most-watched sporting event on the planet. This tournament is expected to garner more than 5 ...