FIFA President Gianni Infantino is under mounting pressure after abandoning a controversial plan to sell part of FIFA's commercial business following widespread opposition from football stakeholders.

MEXICO CITY – FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s preparations for the biggest World Cup in history have been thrown into absolute disarray. Already enduring a barrage of public criticism over soaring ticket prices and strict stadium environmental policies, the Swiss administrator has suffered a massive legal setback just three days before the global showpiece kicks off here in Mexico City.

JOHANNESBURG — South Africa's national football team, Bafana Bafana, has been plunged into fresh controversy after allegations emerged that the team fielded 12 players during an international friendly against Nicaragua National Football Team, raising questions about possible disciplinary action and administrative oversight ahead of crucial FIFA World Cup preparations. The incident comes just days after a separate visa crisis disrupted the team's travel arrangements, forcing e