Then vs now
Then and now: FIFA governance crisis and global soccer news
Compiled Aug 3
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned his plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity after widespread opposition from clubs, leagues, and federations. UEFA has formally declared no confidence in Infantino and said all options remain on the table as it pursues a full accountability review. On the field, the MLS All-Stars defeated LIGA MX All-Stars 4-3 in the annual showcase, with Son Heung-min scoring twice. Off the pitch, Mauricio Pochettino has signed a four-year contract extension to continue as United States men's national team head coach through the 2030 World Cup.
Lionel Messi scores 20th World Cup goal, extends streak to 8 games and takes Golden Boot lead
Lionel Messi has scored again, making Friday’s contest against Cape Verde the record-extending eighth consecutive World Cup match in which Argentina’s captain has delivered at least one goal
Son Heung-min scores 2 as MLS All-Stars post 4-3 win over LIGA MX All-Stars
Son Heung-min scored two goals in a three-minute span in the first half off assists from Carles Gil to propel the MLS All-Stars past the LIGA MX All-Stars 4-3 in the Major League Soccer All-Star Game
27 days apart