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FIFA President Gianni Infantino proposes creating FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), a $20 billion subsidiary to manage World Cup and Club World Cup commercial rights, selling minority stakes to private investors like Joshua Kushner's Thrive Eternal, with JPMorgan advising. The plan, reportedly worth over $4 billion, could expand the World Cup beyond 48 teams and increase tournament frequency. UEFA issued a fiery statement condemning the move, arguing football governance is not a commodity and warning of lost transparency and integrity. The rift highlights a major clash over football's future commercialization.

220 reports · 25 sources · Updated Aug 11, 09:57 AM UTC

Adidas shares fell more than 15% in early trading after the German sportswear giant missed second-quarter profit expectations, despite a 14% revenue increase to £5.7bn. The profit miss was attributed to a £180m marketing spend, largely driven by campaigns for the FIFA World Cup hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. The high-profile World Cup advert featured celebrities including Timothée Chalamet, Lionel Messi, and Bad Bunny. Adidas maintained its full-year operating profit target of £2bn. The share price drop, reaching 17% to €151.20, challenges CEO Bjørn Gulden’s goal of closing the gap with rival Nike. The company cited growth in running and football sectors, and noted strong kit deals with Manchester United and Real Madrid. Adidas also announced Birgit Kretschmer will replace Harm Ohlmeyer as CFO at year-end.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 30, 09:46 AM UTC

Argentine President Javier Milei accused Brazil, Mexico, and the US Democratic Party of funding an anti-Argentina campaign during the 2026 World Cup, without evidence. He also insulted Brazilian President Lula da Silva as a "thief" and "prisoner" and a Supreme Court judge as a "bald scumbag" at a rally for Brazilian opposition candidate Flávio Bolsonaro. Brazil recalled its ambassador to Argentina for consultations, marking the most serious diplomatic rift between the two neighbors in decades.

9 reports · 6 sources · Updated Aug 3, 02:42 AM UTC

AS Monaco has made inquiries about Mexican international midfielder Erik Lira, according to a report from Foot Mercato. The Ligue 1 club is looking to strengthen its midfield after losing Aladji Bamba to Newcastle for over €40 million and facing a potential departure of Lamine Camara, who is attracting interest. Mexican media TUDN reports that the trail leading to the 26-year-old Cruz Azul player is serious, with some details remaining to be finalized. However, L'Equipe is more cautious, stating that Lira has so far only been the subject of inquiries. Lira, who started for Mexico during the World Cup, is under contract with Cruz Azul until June 2029.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 29, 03:27 PM UTC

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it will allow cattle imports from Mexico to resume starting in late August, overriding concerns about the New World screwworm, a parasitic pest that can harm livestock. The decision is expected to impact the U.S. beef supply chain, potentially alleviating high beef prices that have burdened consumers. The screwworm threat had previously led to import restrictions, but the USDA determined that resuming trade is manageable with safeguards. This move signals a balancing act between agricultural biosecurity and market pressures for affordable beef.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 06:26 PM UTC

President Donald Trump stated in a Fox News interview that his new U.S. tariffs are functionally identical to the ones the Supreme Court struck down as illegal earlier in 2026. He expressed frustration at having to use 'more cumbersome' legal pathways. This comes as a federal lawsuit accuses the administration of using different statutes, such as forced labor provisions, as pretexts to resurrect the global tariff regime. Trump also threatened to withdraw from the USMCA trade deal with Canada and Mexico, claiming the U.S. does not need them. The administration recently imposed tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on goods from over 80 countries over forced labor concerns, coinciding with the expiration of a temporary 10% tariff. Trump dismissed concerns that tariffs could hurt the economy, calling them 'the greatest thing,' despite affordability being a key midterm election issue.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 02:38 PM UTC

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is reportedly planning to sell a 20-30% minority stake in a new commercial entity valued at $20 billion, which would control the World Cup and Club World Cup. Private investors, including Joshua Kushner and JPMorgan, are involved, with figures close to the Trump administration consulted. The plan could earn Infantino tens of millions and a potential $64 million annual salary as commissioner after his term ends in 2031. UEFA has strongly condemned the move, warning it threatens football governance.

101 reports · 23 sources · Updated Aug 11, 07:24 AM UTC

Real Betis starts its 2026-27 preseason on July 7 at Ciudad Deportiva Luis del Sol in Seville, with manager Manuel Pellegrini calling up 11 youth academy players for a training camp in Germany. Key internationals Cucho Hernández, Giovani Lo Celso, and Álvaro Fidalgo are absent due to World Cup commitments. Injured players Aitor Ruibal and Abde are recovering, while Antony has extended leave. The club awaits Facundo Bernal’s signing and has confirmed several departures. Betis will compete in La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the Champions League.

39 reports · 2 sources · Updated Jul 28, 10:27 AM UTC

Javier "Chicharito" Hernández, 38, Mexico's all-time leading scorer, has signed a two-year contract (with a club option for a third) with USL Championship expansion side Atlético Dallas, becoming the club's first-ever player. He will begin playing in 2027 but will immediately contribute to the project. The move follows his departure from Chivas Guadalajara and extends a career that included Manchester United, Real Madrid, and LA Galaxy.

12 reports · 5 sources · Updated Jul 28, 08:23 AM UTC

According to Argentine media figure Jonathan Viale on a TV program, the Argentine national team experienced internal turmoil before and after losing 0-1 to Spain in the World Cup final. Viale claimed that a 'silence agreement' between the coaching staff and players, intended to keep key player injuries confidential, was breached by a player's family member who leaked medical information. This caused dissatisfaction and a crisis of trust within the team, disrupting final preparations and leading to post-match conflict. Viale also engaged in a heated verbal exchange with Mexican media and fans, accusing them of an 'inferiority complex' and citing Argentina's World Cup eliminations of Mexico in 2006, 2010, and 2022. Additionally, the Argentine team faced criticism from Hollywood actor Samuel L. Jackson and U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett. Viale questioned whether an 'organized targeted campaign' exists to damage Argentina's image during its slump.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 02:21 AM UTC

21-year-old Diego Sánchez, one of the world's shortest professional footballers at just 1.55 meters tall, scored a goal for Tigres UANL in the second round of the Mexican Apertura League against Atlético San Luis. Sánchez, who has a market value of €1 million, netted the goal in the match held yesterday. The news was shared via a video on X (formerly Twitter) and reported by Hupu Soccer, a Chinese sports community. The goal highlights the player's ability despite his stature, drawing attention in the football world.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 12:07 AM UTC

Soybean futures experienced volatility in late June to early July 2026, driven by positioning ahead of key USDA reports (June Acreage, WASDE), shifting crop condition ratings, and weather concerns. Prices fell initially on expectations of high planted acreage (85.2 million) and reduced ratings, then rallied sharply on strong export data (especially to China) and dry conditions in key U.S. growing regions. Speculators trimmed net long positions, while export shipments showed mixed year-over-year trends.

10 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 10:16 PM UTC

USMNT forward Folarin Balogun received a controversial red card in a World Cup Round of 32 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, initially triggering a one-match suspension that would sideline him for the Round of 16 against Belgium. After former President Donald Trump publicly thanked FIFA for overturning the ban, FIFA deferred Balogun's suspension for one year, allowing him to play. The decision sparked backlash from Belgium’s coach and football associations, raising questions about political interference in sports governance.

172 reports · 28 sources · Updated Jul 28, 03:26 AM UTC

Wheat futures experienced midday losses on Monday, July 27, 2026, with Chicago SRW contracts falling 15-16 cents, KC HRW down 14 cents, and MPLS spring wheat slipping 7-8.25 cents. The decline occurred alongside a broader commodity complex selloff. The weekly Export Inspections report showed wheat shipments of 394,785 MT for the week ending July 23, up 71.82% from the previous week and 36.01% above the same week last year. Major destinations included Bangladesh, Japan, and Mexico. However, the marketing year total of 2.543 MMT remains 23.21% below the same period last year. The weekly Commitment of Traders data indicated managed money in CBT wheat futures and options reduced their net short position by 17,449 contracts to 19,349 contracts, while in KC wheat, they added 12,450 contracts to their net long position, now at 29,944 contracts.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 05:25 PM UTC

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, has become the best-attended in history, surpassing 3.6 million spectators by June 25, 2026. With stadiums averaging 99.5% capacity across 56 matches and a record 104 games overall, the expanded 48-team tournament has defied pre-event skepticism. The milestone was announced during a match in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with total attendance expected to climb further.

20 reports · 8 sources · Updated Jul 27, 07:07 PM UTC

Portuguese winger Tiago Gouveia is set to leave Benfica and join Mexican club Atlas. Former Benfica player Joãozinho commented on the move, emphasizing that players only develop through regular playing time. The transfer marks a significant shift for the young talent, who struggled for consistent minutes at Benfica. Joãozinho's remarks highlight the importance of game experience for player growth, suggesting the move to Liga MX could benefit Gouveia's career. The article also includes other football transfer news, such as links between Benfica and Slovakian player Leo Sauer, Galatasaray's proposal for Rafael Leão, and Arsenal's interest in Julián Álvarez.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 03:09 PM UTC

The United States is set to reopen its border to Mexican cattle imports, beginning at Arizona's Douglas crossing, more than a year after a ban was imposed due to an outbreak of the flesh-eating screwworm parasite. The decision marks a significant step in restoring agricultural trade between the two countries. The ban had disrupted cattle exports from Mexico, impacting ranchers and the broader livestock industry. The reopening is expected to ease supply chain pressures and resume normal trade flows. The article, published by Fortune on July 27, 2026, and sourced from The Associated Press, highlights the economic and agricultural implications of the border reopening.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 02:44 PM UTC

Seven & i Holdings has named Mauricio Leyva as the new CEO of 7-Eleven in North America, effective August 1, 2026. Leyva succeeds Joseph DePinto, who retired after over two decades. Leyva brings extensive experience from the beverage and consumer goods industry, having held senior roles at Keurig Dr Pepper, Grupo Lala, and Anheuser-Busch InBev, where he helped scale Mexico's Modelorama convenience chain. Most recently, he was a senior advisor at McKinsey & Company. Leyva takes over as 7-Eleven faces pressure to improve innovation and profitability in the U.S., its largest market. The company is also preparing for a planned IPO, which was delayed earlier this year due to market volatility. Leyva's background includes leadership in international business development, mergers and acquisitions, and digitalization. He holds a BBA from Universidad de Los Andes and executive education from Stanford and Oxford.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 10:00 AM UTC

Hurricane Genevieve intensified into a Category 5 hurricane early on July 27, 2026, becoming the first such storm in the East Pacific region in two years, according to the National Hurricane Centre in Miami. The storm had maximum sustained winds of 160 mph (260 kph) and was located about 530 miles (855 km) southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico, moving northwest at 13 mph (20 kph). Forecasters expect Genevieve to remain far out at sea on a course roughly parallel to the Mexico coast, posing no landfall threat. The report includes a satellite image from NOAA showing both Hurricane Fausto and Hurricane Genevieve over the Pacific Ocean.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 09:32 AM UTC

Following the 2026 World Cup, FIFA President Gianni Infantino issued a 15-page Instagram statement accusing media and critics of spreading "hate" and "false rumors" about the tournament. He defended FIFA's organization, citing safety and unity, despite controversies over visa denials, ticket prices, and U.S. President Trump's intervention in a referee decision. La Liga President Javier Tebas responded sharply, calling Infantino's post "pathetic" and demanding transparency. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions over FIFA governance.

7 reports · 6 sources · Updated Jul 28, 09:20 AM UTC

Scott Gottlieb, former commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), stated on Sunday that the agency has not yet brought the cyclosporiasis outbreak under control. He acknowledged that the FDA has done a good job isolating the source of the outbreak to central Mexico and specific farms. The statement indicates ongoing public health concerns and continued efforts to contain the parasitic infection, which is typically linked to contaminated fresh produce.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 26, 10:51 PM UTC

The Mexican Football Federation (FMF) has canceled the promotion and relegation system between Liga MX (First Division) and Liga de Expansion MX (Second Division), keeping the top flight a closed league since 2020. This decision, announced just before the new season, sparked protests from Second Division clubs. On the opening matchday, three games saw players from both teams refuse to play for the first minute in a coordinated strike. The FMF's move contradicts a 2025 Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruling that ordered the system's reinstatement for the 2026-2027 season. Clubs like Leones Negros have vowed to challenge the decision legally, citing FIFA's principles of sporting merit and promotion/relegation as foundational to football. The closed league has allowed Liga MX clubs to profit and attract stars like Sergio Ramos and James Rodriguez, but lower-division teams argue it destroys competitive integrity.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 26, 04:53 PM UTC

The Mexican Football Federation (FMF) has canceled the return of promotion and relegation between Liga MX (First Division) and Liga de Expansion (Second Division), despite a 2025 Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruling ordering their reinstatement for the 2026-2027 season. In protest, three Second Division matches on the opening weekend saw players from both teams stand still for the first minute, refusing to play. The FMF published regulations confirming the closed league system less than 24 hours before the Liga MX season started. Lower-division clubs, including Leones Negros and Atlético Morelia, have vowed to challenge the decision in court, citing FIFA's universal principles of sporting merit and promotion/relegation. The closed league, in place since 2020, has allowed Liga MX clubs to attract stars like Sergio Ramos and James Rodriguez but has angered second-tier teams.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 26, 04:53 PM UTC

Inter Miami forward German Berterame was knocked unconscious during an MLS match against CF Montreal at Saputo Stadium after a brutal aerial collision with defender Efrain Morales, involving an elbow to the head. He was stretchered off and hospitalized, but later regained consciousness and is recovering. The incident led to a penalty, converted by Luis Suarez, who held up Berterame’s shirt in tribute. Inter Miami won 1-0, their sixth straight victory, moving to second in the Eastern Conference.

5 reports · 2 sources · Updated Jul 26, 01:46 PM UTC

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a phased reopening of southern cattle ports, which were closed in May after a New World Screwworm (NWS) outbreak was detected. The livestock port in Douglas, Arizona, will reopen on August 24, with additional ports to follow. The closure had halted Mexican cattle imports to prevent the spread of the parasitic screwworm, which can infest livestock and cause significant economic damage. The phased reopening aims to balance agricultural trade with biosecurity measures.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 25, 03:26 PM UTC

Argentine forward Ángel Correa completed a permanent transfer from Mexican club Tigres UANL to River Plate for a fixed fee of $15 million plus up to $2 million in add-ons. The 29-year-old World Cup winner signed a contract until 2029, returning to his boyhood club after one season in Mexico. The deal faced complications when Tigres initially reversed course following threats against Correa, but was finalized after River Plate made five offers. Correa will undergo medical exams in Argentina.

10 reports · 6 sources · Updated Jul 25, 09:08 AM UTC

On July 21, 2026, President Trump announced 50% tariffs on select Canadian imports—including wine, hockey sticks, dairy, and autos—under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, citing discriminatory treatment by Canada. The move exempts energy, potash, and critical minerals but covers USMCA goods. Canada’s PM Carney signaled readiness for talks while threatening retaliation. Legal challenges are expected, as experts deem the law defunct. The tariffs follow the USMCA’s non-renewal and prior threats over wildfire smoke, deepening bilateral trade tensions.

31 reports · 14 sources · Updated Aug 2, 12:30 PM UTC

US President Donald Trump and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer condemned the European Union's €890 million fine on Google under the Digital Markets Act, calling it discriminatory against American tech firms. Trump announced a Section 301 trade investigation into the EU, threatening retaliatory tariffs. The EU defended the fine as necessary for competition. The dispute escalates transatlantic trade tensions, with potential tariffs also hinted at for Mexico and Canada.

10 reports · 5 sources · Updated Jul 25, 05:30 AM UTC

Sweetgreen (NYSE: SG) stock dropped nearly 15% over the trading week ending July 24, 2026, driven by investor fears over a widening cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to lettuce. The CDC and FDA issued multiple alerts, with the outbreak originating in central Mexico and affecting 1,947 people across nine U.S. states, including Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. No cases have been reported at Sweetgreen locations, but as a salad-focused chain, the company is seen as vulnerable to consumer avoidance. The article notes that while no fatalities have occurred, 98 hospitalizations have been reported. The author advises caution, suggesting the stock may fall further due to potential revenue impacts from diners avoiding restaurants like Sweetgreen.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 11:44 PM UTC

Portuguese second-division club Chaves has integrated Mexican player Ivo Vázquez into their pre-season training, as confirmed by his parent club CA La Paz of Mexico. The article also reports that Chaves has secured Brazilian striker Gabriel Souza, 21, who rejected interest from other Portuguese clubs, and officially signed Mexican defensive midfielder Gilberto Garcia, 25, also from CA La Paz. Garcia has already arrived in Trás-os-Montes for medical exams and contract signing. These moves indicate Chaves is actively strengthening its squad ahead of the upcoming season in the Liga Portugal 2.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 08:31 PM UTC