Eddie Howe is Jason Wilcox’s choice if Manchester United replace Michael Carrick: Manchester United’s director of football believes Eddie Howe’s extensive ...
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Manchester United teammates widely share Martínez view that Wilcox is failing: Lisandro Martínez’s view that Jason Wilcox is failing as Manchester United’s ...
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World Soccer Talk Oct 15
Despite being Lionel Messi’s compatriot, Diego Maradona never hesitated to give Cristiano Ronaldo his flowers 🇦🇷🤝🇵🇹
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Revealed: Krösche's last multi-million euro contract: After just over five years, sporting director Markus Krösche is leaving Eintracht Frankfurt ...
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Key FactsMarkus Krösche bids farewell to Eintracht Frankfurt
4 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Krösche first bade farewell to the team, then to supporters at the evening members’ assembly.
- Krösche attributed his departure to lacking the impact needed to serve Eintracht Frankfurt best after five successful years.
- President Matthias Beck called the 2022 Europa League triumph and Champions League qualification highlights of four consecutive international campaigns.
- Italian media report renewed AC Milan interest; according to consistent reports, signing him before summer 2027 would cost five to seven million euros.
These last days have not been easy for me. I have come to the conclusion that I can no longer do what's best for Eintracht Frankfurt because I lack the drive to make an impact. It wasn't easy to say this, because we had five incredibly successful years.— Markus Krösche, sporting director of Eintracht Frankfurt, during an emotional farewell to the team and the fans
Schäfer: | "A complete failure in all areas": RB Leipzig conceded six goals against Bayern Munich, just like a year ago, and delivered a disastrous performance ...
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"True Detective" Season 5 is officially set with Nicolas Cage and Antonio Banderas in the lead roles. Filming begins in 2027 ... Show more
Key FactsHBO Confirms Cage and Banderas for ‘True Detective’
6 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
- HBO confirmed the casting less than a week after Nicolas Cage publicly announced his involvement.
- Nicolas Cage will play Henry Logan, while Antonio Banderas will portray Rai Garcia.
- The story is set in Jamaica Bay, New York, unlike the Alaska setting of the fourth season.
- Issa Lopez returns as writer and showrunner after holding both roles for the fourth season.
I think I’m probably gonna do another season of television. I think I might do a season of True Detective. That’s okay that I’m the first to announce that, right?— Nicolas Cage, speaking at a Comic-Con panel last weekend about his involvement in True Detective Season 5
Gladbach crisis: "Very painful": Borussia Mönchengladbach is sinking into crisis. Rouven Schröder is holding the team accountable.
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Niko Kovac extends his contract with Borussia Dortmund | Sport: Now it's official! Niko Kovac (54) has extended his contract with Borussia Dortmund ...
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Key FactsNiko Kovac will continue at Dortmund through 2029
Oct 13, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ruhrnachrichten.de
- The 54-year-old coach also extended the contracts of assistants Robert Kovac and Filip Tapalovic through 2029.
- Since taking charge in January 2025, Kovac guided Dortmund to fourth place and subsequently to the runners-up position.
- Kovac collected 107 points in his first 50 Dortmund matches, setting a club record in the process.
- Lars Ricken linked the extension to Kovac’s development, strong internal acceptance, and continuity and stability at the club.
OpinionStats tell the story of maddening Nottingham Forest loss as Oliver Glasner taunted on Palace return
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“We have the squad for it”: This is how Bayern view the demanding schedule: Vincent Kompany and Christoph Freund believe the Bayern squad is prepared for the ...
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"Extreme Positions": Völler Expresses Concern About the AfD and Criticizes FIFA President Infantino
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Key FactsVöller: German flags should not invite uneasy looks
Sep 27, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Germany’s second Nations League match is scheduled against Greece at Augsburg Arena on Sunday at 8:45 p.m.
- Völler rates Klopp’s debut, a 1–1 draw in the Netherlands, as a good start.
- Völler is concerned by growing receptivity to extremist parties in Germany and across Europe.
- Völler looks forward to the remaining two years of his contract and calls for patience with Klopp’s team development.
No one should have to fear being looked at oddly for waving the Germany flag.— Rudi Völler, as DFB sports director, in an interview with Welt about national pride and positive patriotism.
Austria gives Kosovo no chance in the Nations League: Austria secured their second victory in their second Nations League match against Kosovo. Affengruber ...
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Austria 3, Kosovo 1 - | Guests fall into the trap of the revamped Austrian team: Kosovo prefers a compact formation and allows their opponents to create chances ...
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OpinionSSV Ulm in crisis: Shock! SSV Ulm parts ways with Daniel Jungwirth and Murat Isik
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Find Us At Maker Faire Bay Area's 20th Anniversary Celebration: What can you build with CircuitPython, Bluetooth® LE and a little c...
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OpinionThe VfL Wolfsburg Opinion: Dieter Hecking Can Lead VfL Wolfsburg!: In just four months, Managing Director Dieter Hecking has put VfL Wolfsburg back on the right ...
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BVB: Lars Ricken sends a clear message to Bayern | Football: After four wins, BVB is at the top of the table. Lars Ricken wants to challenge Bayern - | and ...
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Preußen Münster's sporting director Kittner: "We can't take any shortcuts"
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Gladbach's search for a coach is nearing completion: Borussia Mönchengladbach has reached an agreement with its new head coach. Gladbach is keeping the ...
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Another new name! Has Schröder already lined up the new Gladbach coach?: The Gladbach coaching search is entering the next round. A new name on Rouven ...
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Gladbach earthquake makes big waves! Schröder also likely already on his knees: Die Luft in Gladbach wird immer dicker, die Sorgen immer größer! Nach dem Aus von ...
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Ralf Rangnick understands Marcel Sabitzer's break from the national team. The Austrian national team coach emphasizes, however: | "He is a huge loss for us ... Show more
Football: Rangnick calls up goalkeeper from Wartberg to the Austrian national team - | Freistadt
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Another rejection for Schröder: Gladbach won't get their desired coach: Rouven Schröder has received another rejection in his search for a coach ...
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It's official! Bayern extends Christoph Freund's contract until 2029.: FC Bayern extends the contract of sporting director Christoph Freund until 2029 ...
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OpinionSandro Wagner is the favorite at Hannover 96: This coach is a brand: Sandro Wagner (38) has impressed both Jonas Boldt and Martin Kind as a coaching candidate at ...
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Ricken reacts to Brunner scandal.: Paris Brunner is currently dominating the media not only with his sporting achievements. This has also prompted a response ...
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Mainz-05-Sportboss Heidel: Fan-Appell vor Burkardt-Rückkehr mit Frankfurt: Gibt es wieder Pfiffe für Jonathan Burkardt, wenn er mit Eintracht Frankfurt zu Mainz ...
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Paid articlePaywall “Bullshit!” - | Bayern boss Eberl talks about relationship with friend: Max Eberl firmly rejects rumors of tensions with Christoph Freund and clearly expresses ...
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OpinionWerder Bremen: "It wasn't fair!" Fritz defends himself against squad criticism | Sport
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Rangnick's sporting director has to go: Unrest in the Austrian Football Association (ÖFB) camp. Sporting director Peter Schöttel has to leave after nine ...
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Drama Surrounding BVB Star: New Update on Karetsas After Shocking Scene: Karetsas’ collapse has overshadowed BVB’s victory. Now, BVB’s management is providing an ...
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Key FactsKaretsas Taken to Hospital as Dortmund Wins Champions League Opener
Sep 9, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- Borussia Dortmund narrowly defeated FC Villarreal 3-2 in its opening Champions League match.
- Konstantinos Karetsas suddenly went down during the first half and was substituted because of circulation problems.
- The 18-year-old was taken to hospital; sporting director Ole Book said he initially could not speak immediately.
- At the start of the second half, Dortmund announced Karetsas was doing well under the circumstances.
I walked out with him, but at that moment he wasn't able to speak directly. We obviously hope that it gets better very, very quickly, and that it's nothing serious.— Ole Book, Dortmund's sporting director, after Karetsas' incident during the Champions League opener against Villarreal
Despite Bayern's backing: Freund's contract extension is in jeopardy: Bayern wants to extend Christoph Freund's contract. The sporting director is ...
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Sturm fans: "Parensen really went all out": Sturm Graz signs Oumar Diakite. Fans discuss the new striker and his potential contributions to the team on the ...
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Last-minute departure? Bayern is negotiating with Saudi clubs.: Actually, everything recently pointed to Sacha Boey staying at FC Bayern. However ...
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It was a matter of 35 seconds! Baumann reveals incredible details about Schalke's Hwang deal
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Oliver Glasner questions VAR intervention in Neco Williams’ disallowed goal: ‘He is guessing’
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TP-Link just unveiled the world's first Wi-Fi 8 router. Same 46Gbps max speed as Wi-Fi 7, but up to 33% faster in real life and 24% more consistent ... Show more
TP-Link unveils world's first Wi-Fi 8 router, reveals a much-needed benefit over Wi-Fi 7
TP-Link unveils world's first Wi-Fi 8 router, reveals a much-needed benefit over Wi-Fi 7
OpinionEDITORIAL | Pitso Mosimane’s detractors are wrong ― this time it’s different: Time and experience have left the new Bafana coach in a better place ...
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Darmstadt's sporting director Paul Fernie: "I liked the attitude": Despite defeat and being at the bottom of the table, Paul Fernie praises the attitude of ...
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Memes for Matchday 1: Werder still has their survival in their own hands!: Bayern are celebrating again, Leverkusen are looking bleak, and Gladbach fans are ...
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The model buildings in the Gräfrath Museum have a new addition: A detailed view of the market square brings the Bergisches Land heart of the district to life – ... Show more
TP-Link's Fritzbox competitor costs 180 euros: The Archer 8 Ultra and the Deco 8 Ultra mesh system come with Wi-Fi 8. The Linkbox 7, exclusive to Germany ...
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AEW’s Will Ospreay Reveals Tony Khan Paid Over $420,000 for His Neck Surgery: Will Ospreay reveals that AEW President Tony Khan paid over $420 ...
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Welcome back! Fabio Vieira returns to HSV: The Red Shorts are bringing one of the exceptional players of last season's Bundesliga back to the ...
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Key FactsHSV Reportedly Near Double Move for Vieira and El Ouahdi
Aug 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fussballtransfers.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fussballtransfers.com
- According to Hamburger Abendblatt, Vieira is in Hamburg for a medical; El Ouahdi is expected to travel shortly.
- Bild reports that the two arrivals could cost a combined 19 million euros.
- Vieira scored seven goals and provided six assists in 31 competitive matches during last season’s loan spell in Hamburg.
- Subject to medical examinations, El Ouahdi is expected to leave KRC Genk for Hamburg’s right flank.
Has Baumann overplayed his hand? Schalke 04 increasingly in need of action: Schalke 04 is in urgent need to sell players, but is not receiving any good offers ...
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Tony Khan Comments On Potentially Bringing Ilja Dragunov To AEW After WWE Exit
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Transfer news at HSV: Costa flies to London to join Fabio Vieira: Fabio Vieira has completed the entire pre-season training with Arsenal. Will he transfer to ...
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DFB Cup: Bobic demands exclusion of two clubs! "Someone has to die first" | Football
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Thorup after European Cup exit: "It should never have come to this.": Rapid is eliminated from the Conference League after a defeat against Heart of Midlothian ...
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VfB extends contract with sought-after sporting director Wohlgemuth: VfB Stuttgart has extended the contract with Fabian Wohlgemuth. As previously reported by ...
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Key FactsVfB Stuttgart keep sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth until 2029
Aug 18, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stimme.de
- Wohlgemuth joined VfB as sporting director in December 2022 and has served as its board member for sport since the start of the 2024/25 season.
- During his tenure, the club survived the 2023 relegation play-off, finished runners-up the following season, won the DFB Cup in 2025, and placed fourth in 2025/26 to qualify for the Champions League again.
- His transfer record includes Nick Woltemade’s sale to Newcastle United for €75 million and the signing of Dzenan Pejcinovic for about €25 million.
- VfB’s women will enter the Bundesliga for the first time in 2026/27, while the U21 begins its third season in the third tier and the U17 and U19 most recently won national titles.
(+) DJs on the balcony, guests in the field: The "Rave the Mountain" festival is coming to Burgkirchen on September 12th. | Fredi Bobic (54) reveals which BVB ... Show more
After winning the Supercup, Joshua Kimmich had kind words for his friend and teammate Jamal Musiala, who is currently going through a difficult time. 🥺⚽️
1. FC Köln has publicly addressed Said El Mala's failed transfer to Borussia Dortmund for the first time. Sporting director Thomas Kessler speaks plainly: ... Show more
Fall El Mala: Köln-Boss widerspricht BVB
Fall El Mala: Köln-Boss widerspricht BVB
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BREAKING NEWS | Pitso Mosimane to take over the reigns as the new Bafana Bafana coach. He replaces Hugo Broos
Key FactsSAFA NEC backs Pitso Mosimane for Bafana role
Aug 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
- The SAFA Technical Committee had recommended Mosimane as a candidate, but the NEC’s backing is not yet a formal appointment.
- Hugo Broos’s five-year tenure ended after the 2026 World Cup, where South Africa reached the knockout stage for the first time under his leadership before being eliminated by co-hosts Canada in the Round of 32.
- Mosimane’s Bafana record across caretaker and permanent spells stands at 23 matches, with nine wins, 10 draws and four defeats, while his first tenure lasted from 2010 to 2012.
- South Africa’s qualification campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to begin in September, with Matchdays 1 and 2 set for 21 September to 6 October 2026, Matchdays 3 and 4 for 9 to 17 November 2026, and Matchdays 5 and 6 for 22 to 30 March 2027.
HSV finalizes Bornauw transfer! How fit is the new signing?: HSV sporting director Kathleen Krüger (left) and sporting director Claus Costa present new signing ...
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“Will File a Lawsuit”: Voigt Fails in Appeal Against Revocation of Doctorate: Thuringia’s Minister President has been under pressure for months over his 2008 ...
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Key FactsChemnitz University rejects Voigt’s appeal over doctorate withdrawal
Aug 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- Voigt is accused of improper work in his 2008 dissertation on the US presidential campaign, with the first plagiarism allegations emerging shortly before the 2024 state election.
- Chemnitz University of Technology announced in January 2026, after a lengthy review, that Voigt’s doctoral degree would be revoked.
- The Faculty Council of the university’s Faculty of Humanities rejected Voigt’s appeal against the withdrawal, a university spokesperson told Stern.
- Voigt’s lawyer said a lawsuit would be filed after a legal review and pointed to what he described as substantial questions concerning the assessment standard and proportionality.
In our view, the decision raises significant legal questions—especially regarding the evaluation standard and proportionality.— Voigt's lawyer, commenting on the case.
These are the guests on Markus Lanz today, August 20, 2026: TV presenter Markus Lanz has created a successful show with his eponymous program on ZDF's ...
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Key FactsFour guests named for Markus Lanz on August 18
Aug 18, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rp-online.de
- Karl-Josef Laumann, the CDU deputy leader and North Rhine-Westphalia health minister, is due to address Chancellor Merz’s government restructuring and the federal government’s pension plans.
- Journalist Robin Alexander is due to comment on personnel changes in the cabinet, the Chancellery and the Bundestag parliamentary group.
- Sabine Adler, an Eastern Europe expert and Deutschlandfunk journalist, is due to discuss Russia’s hybrid warfare and Putin’s recruitment problems.
- Political scientist Peter Neumann of King's College London is due to examine the future of drone defence in Germany and the growing threat of state-directed terrorism.
After being substituted against Eimsbüttel: Kickers Emden striker Luc Ihorst is ready for the cup match in Drochtersen.
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Schröder on Elvedi's departure to Leeds: | "We are prepared": Borussia Mönchengladbach hat im ersten Heimspiel der neuen Saison Aston Villa mit 2:1 besiegt ...
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Kevric wins uneven bars gold in European Championship comeback - | Schäfer-Betz takes too long
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Isik is supposed to give the "Sparrows" wings again: The 50-year-old from Nürtingen is responsible for the restructuring as sporting director of the regional ...
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Key FactsBorussia Dortmund Ends Pursuit of Said El Mala
Aug 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- Managing director Lars Ricken confirmed the withdrawal and said Dortmund would not submit another offer.
- According to media reports, Dortmund had already failed with several bids; Cologne was reportedly holding to a demand of €50 million, while a latest reported package exceeding €55 million still did not include the required fixed fee.
- El Mala extended his 1. FC Köln contract in July 2025 until June 30, 2030, without an exit clause.
- In his first Bundesliga season, the 19-year-old winger scored 13 goals and provided five assists, narrowly missing out on Germany’s World Cup squad.
Said El Mala is not a Borussia Dortmund player and will not be this summer either.— Lars Ricken, managing director of Borussia Dortmund, to the Funke Media Group
VfL Wolfsburg boss Dieter Hecking: "We might have to muddle through a bit": VfL Wolfsburg is the top favorite for promotion. Sporting director Dieter Hecking ...
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OpinionCommentary: Rapid's "Technical Director" and the performance culture: Wolfgang Fiala will be Rapid's first technical director. What role will the ...
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In the end, Pep decided against taking on the role of Italy's national coach, "due to exhaustion. Guardiola is coming off ten grueling years in the Premier ... Show more
Deniz Zeitler transfers to SC Paderborn: All the latest news and local news from the Paderborn and Höxter districts. Always well-informed with Radio Hochstift.
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El Mala transfer saga: Borussia Dortmund now reacts: According to reports, Borussia Dortmund is still pursuing a transfer for Said El Mala ...
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Agreement reached: Wolfsburg striker Pejcinovic close to joining VfB: Dzenan Pejcinovic's departure from VfL Wolfsburg is drawing closer. On Saturday evening ...
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Fritz on the imminent Schmid transfer and other Werder transfers: "We couldn't make any big leaps"
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Infantino planned a 30 million annual salary for a follow-up job at a World Cup company
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Key FactsFIFA abandons private investment plans for World Cup
Aug 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
- The proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise was intended to manage the commercial and operational sides of competitions, including the men's and women's World Cups, with 20% to be sold to private investors.
- UEFA said its member nations would boycott FIFA events, while CONCACAF rejected the plan, the AFC called for an urgent governance review and CONMEBOL sought additional information.
- The plans led to the resignation of senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro, while FIFA chief operating officer Kevin Lamour portrayed the initiative as being driven by one person.
- Infantino said he intended to reunite the parties involved in the coming days and weeks, while the AFC welcomed the withdrawal and called for consultation and dialogue with football bodies.
This was an outrageous suggestion. The idea that it could even be brought forward shows that, in my view, (Infantino) is the wrong man to lead the organisation.— Andy Burnham, UK Prime Minister, said on Friday in response to FIFA's private-investment proposal for the World Cup.
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