Isaac Darko
2807 articles published since 08 Jul 2024
2807 articles published since 08 Jul 2024
Lionel Messi will miss Inter Miami's upcoming matches after FIFA's mandatory 21-day rest rule took effect following Argentina's World Cup final defeat.
After Argentina's loss to Spain in the World Cup final, Lionel Messi has been dealt a further blow, with a FIFA rule preventing him from returning to MLS action.
FIFA have launched an investigation into Argentina's post-final clashes with Spain, with players, officials and the AFA facing possible bans and sanctions.
Argentina faced FIFA scrutiny after a post-match brawl and reportedly skipping mandatory media duties following their 1-0 World Cup final defeat to Spain.
Spain's World Cup winners will lose almost half their bonuses to taxes, with domestic-based players facing rates of up to 49.5% after lifting the trophy.
World champions Spain earned a record $51m for winning the 2026 World Cup, while Ghana received $12m as FIFA revealed the prize money paid to all 48 nations.
The 2030 World Cup will be hosted by six nations across three continents, with Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay staging historic centenary opening matches.
Popular rapper Drake lost $1.5 million after backing Argentina to beat Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, adding a chapter to his infamous 'curse'.
Lionel Messi was eligible to play for Spain and Italy but rejected both, remaining loyal to Argentina before winning the Copa America and World Cup.
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