Ranking of the most likely Giants draft picks for their two first-round selections in 2026.
UEFA announced it will boycott FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, if FIFA proceeds with its plan to sell a 20% stake in a new commercial entity, FIFA Forward Enterprise, to private investors. Concacaf also rejected the proposal, which has drawn scrutiny due to FIFA President Gianni Infantino's ties to Joshua Kushner's firm.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino abandoned a plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, including a firm linked to Joshua Kushner, following strong opposition from European nations, other confederations, and internal FIFA ranks, marking a significant defeat for Infantino.
UEFA has threatened a boycott of the men's and women's World Cup by its members if FIFA proceeds with a controversial plan to sell stakes in the tournament's commercial rights to private investors, sparking widespread concern among football bodies.
Spain's World Cup-winning men's soccer team returned to Madrid, celebrating their second title with an estimated 1.8 million fans in a massive parade through the capital. The team met with royals and the Prime Minister before a public ceremony at Cibeles Square, marking a moment of national joy despite a tragic incident in Salamanca.
Spain's World Cup champions paraded through Madrid after a 1-0 victory over Argentina, sparking emotional celebrations among fans who recall generations of past heartbreaks. The win, following their "golden generation" successes, highlights a promising future with young talents and Spain co-hosting the 2030 World Cup.
The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, concluded with Spain defeating Argentina for its second title. NPR journalists reflect on the tournament's success, fan enthusiasm, high ticket prices, VAR controversies, and political interventions, including President Trump's call to FIFA.
