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Key investor Kushner blames football power struggle for World Cup plan collapse

Venture capitalist says his company would not have ⁠become involved in Fifa boss Infantino’s proposal had it known how it would play out.

2 Sep 2026 - 12:35AM

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi retires from Argentina’s international team

1 Sep 2026 - 1:28AM

Fifa

Infantino not eligible for third term as Fifa president, human rights body says

18 Aug 2026 - 3:12PM

Get to Know

Meet fried chicken mogul Todd Graves, who spent US$100 million on a World Cup party

From the Super Bowl to Coachella, the multibillionaire’s high-profile bashes draw A-listers like Matt Damon, Leonardo DiCaprio and Cardi B.

13 Aug 2026 - 6:00PM

Raising Cane’s founder Todd Graves is making a big splash with his lavish parties.
Photo: @toddgraves/Instagram

Crime

Doctors ignored ‘warning signs’ before Maradona’s death, court hears

7 healthcare professionals have been on trial since April for potential negligence leading up to the Argentine footballer’s death in 2020.

12 Aug 2026 - 5:07AMvideocam

Americas and the Caribbean

Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball heads to US auction

The football used by the Argentinian legend to score his infamous goal in the 1986 World Cup is expected to fetch US$10 million.

8 Aug 2026 - 6:56AM

Get to Know

All about Cristiano Ronaldo Jr, pictured flexing abs with his dad

The teenager, whose mum’s identity remains a mystery, is in Al Nassr’s youth team, and has trained with Real Madrid’s youth setup in the past.

7 Aug 2026 - 7:00PM

Cristiano Jr is following in dad Cristiano Ronaldo’s footsteps and has already made waves in youth teams. Photo: @cristiano/Instagram

Fifa

Mexico, Argentina back under-fire Infantino, Norway calls for him to resign

Norwegian federation president Lise Klaveness says ‘there is no trust in Infantino now’ and ‘there is no going back’.

7 Aug 2026 - 7:09PM

Timepieces

5 top watch moments in July, from Wimbledon wrist game to an F.P. Journe for auction

Former Audemars Piguet CEO unveils a new brand, IWC and Longines lean into blue dials, and a US watch retailer sues over Trump tariffs on Swiss imports.

7 Aug 2026 - 2:00PM

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Opinion | Why underdogs like Alexandra Eala, Cabo Verde, Dear You fascinate us

Money still shapes the balance of power, but every so often a team, player or film will rise up to challenge the status quo and inspire us.

7 Aug 2026 - 9:30AMvideocam

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines holds the championship trophy after winning the women’s singles final against Jessica Pegula of the United States at the Mubadala DC Open at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Centre in Washington on August 3. Photo: AFP

Fifa

Embattled Fifa chief Infantino holds emergency talks in Morocco with top officials

Fifa president trying to shore up his position in the wake of ⁠the collapse of his plan to sell off World Cup commercial rights.

5 Aug 2026 - 8:31PM

Fifa president Gianni Infantino (left) with secretary general Mattias Grafstrom at Fifa’s 75th Congress in Luque, Paraguay last year. Photo: AP

Indonesia

Offside move? Why Indonesia’s football chief backed Fifa privatisation plan

Erick Thohir said the Indonesian football association should back Fifa’s proposal because of its contributions to the local game.

4 Aug 2026 - 6:29PMvideocam

Fifa

Uefa threatens Fifa with legal action over World Cup plan, Infantino sought Trump’s backing

Fifa boss reported to have repeatedly tried and failed to reach US President by phone since his controversial proposal collapsed on Friday.

3 Aug 2026 - 9:30PM

Fifa

Asia, Europe welcome end of World Cup investor plans in big Infantino defeat

AFC chief calls for more transparency as doubts are cast on Infantino’s 2027 ⁠re-election prospects; Uefa declares ‘no confidence’.

1 Aug 2026 - 9:18PM

Fifa

Fifa not ‘selling football’ as Uefa vows World Cup boycott over Infantino plan

World governing body says ⁠it will not create subsidiary without ⁠majority support after widespread condemnation of president’s idea.

31 Jul 2026 - 11:00PM

Fifa

Asian body joins opposition to Fifa, Infantino’s World Cup private equity plan

Asian Football Confederation aligns with Uefa, Concacaf against plan to sell stakes in World Cup, says new management style needed.

31 Jul 2026 - 6:30PM

Fame and celebrity

Meet French football icon Zinedine Zidane’s son Luca, who played for Algeria at the World Cup

The 28-year-old goalkeeper made his debut for Real Madrid when Zizou was the manager; he now plays for Granada CF in La Liga 2.

27 Jul 2026 - 4:00PM

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Dynamism returns to Hong Kong retail with World Cup windfall

Scenes from shopping centres and eateries during the final match prove the city hasn’t lost its penchant for vibrant nightlife.

26 Jul 2026 - 7:15AM

Fans cheer during the World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina at the Olympian City shopping centre in Tai Kok Tsui on July 20. Photo: Sun Yeung

Food and Drinks

On the Menu | How Argentina’s World Cup meltdowns echo restaurant award tantrums

Just as Argentina suffered a sad case of sour grapes over losing to Spain, so too have restaurateurs and chefs been ungracious in defeat.

23 Jul 2026 - 12:15PM

Celebrity Families

Meet England footballer Jude Bellingham’s parents, Denise and Mark

Mark is a retired non-league footballer, while Denise was an HR professional – but now they’re both involved in their 2 sons’ football careers.

21 Jul 2026 - 12:10PM

Spain

Teen dies during Spain World Cup celebrations

The teen died and several people were injured after a fountain collapsed in western Spain during celebrations.

20 Jul 2026 - 8:39PM

A fountain in Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain’s Salamanca province, is cordoned off on Monday after it collapsed during World Cup celebrations. Photo: EPA

Fifa World Cup 2026

Meet Ferran Torres, who scored Spain’s winning World Cup goal

The 26-year-old was discovered when playing futsal with friends at school, and played for Valencia and Man City before joining Barcelona.

20 Jul 2026 - 3:39PM

Ferran Torres wearing Under Armour FC last month. The Spanish footballer just scored a winning goal at the World Cup. Photo: @ferrantorres/Instagram

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong restaurants score extra HK$500 million thanks to World Cup

Crowds of football fans, including children and elderly, flocked to shopping centres for match between Spain and Argentina at 3am.

20 Jul 2026 - 10:47PM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Spain beat 10-man Argentina to win one-sided World Cup final

Ferran Torres scores only goal of a game in which defending champions did not create a chance in more than 90 minutes.

20 Jul 2026 - 11:58AM

China exports

China did not qualify for the World Cup. It may have won in economic terms

While its men’s team has not competed since 2002, this year’s tournament has generated significant profit for many Chinese firms.

19 Jul 2026 - 4:03PM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Editorial | World Cup has showcased the beautiful game despite some ugly moments

While high ticket prices, visa issues and a Trump intervention cast a shadow on the tournament, the engrossing competition has also brought people together.

19 Jul 2026 - 7:15AM

Buddhist Chi Lin Primary School’s “World Cup Round of 16 Family Fun Day” in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, on July 12, with students and their parents cheering for their favourite team during the Argentina vs Switzerland game. Photo: Dickson Lee

Law

Legal Tales | Everything you never wanted to know about hosting the World Cup

Why lawyers have to keep their eye on the ball when nations become eager to host the next Fifa World Cup.

16 Jul 2026 - 9:30AM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernández, a footballer on screen – and in real life

The Mexican actor was signed by El Paso Locomotive FC in May and made his long-awaited professional debut on the pitch last Saturday.

16 Jul 2026 - 8:00AM

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Key investor Kushner blames football power struggle for World Cup plan collapse

Venture capitalist says his company would not have ⁠become involved in Fifa boss Infantino’s proposal had it known how it would play out.

Lionel Messi retires from Argentina’s international team

Infantino not eligible for third term as Fifa president, human rights body says

Meet fried chicken mogul Todd Graves, who spent US$100 million on a World Cup party

From the Super Bowl to Coachella, the multibillionaire’s high-profile bashes draw A-listers like Matt Damon, Leonardo DiCaprio and Cardi B.

Doctors ignored ‘warning signs’ before Maradona’s death, court hears

7 healthcare professionals have been on trial since April for potential negligence leading up to the Argentine footballer’s death in 2020.

Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball heads to US auction

The football used by the Argentinian legend to score his infamous goal in the 1986 World Cup is expected to fetch US$10 million.

All about Cristiano Ronaldo Jr, pictured flexing abs with his dad

The teenager, whose mum’s identity remains a mystery, is in Al Nassr’s youth team, and has trained with Real Madrid’s youth setup in the past.

Mexico, Argentina back under-fire Infantino, Norway calls for him to resign

Norwegian federation president Lise Klaveness says ‘there is no trust in Infantino now’ and ‘there is no going back’.

5 top watch moments in July, from Wimbledon wrist game to an F.P. Journe for auction

Former Audemars Piguet CEO unveils a new brand, IWC and Longines lean into blue dials, and a US watch retailer sues over Trump tariffs on Swiss imports.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | Why underdogs like Alexandra Eala, Cabo Verde, Dear You fascinate us

Money still shapes the balance of power, but every so often a team, player or film will rise up to challenge the status quo and inspire us.

Embattled Fifa chief Infantino holds emergency talks in Morocco with top officials

Fifa president trying to shore up his position in the wake of ⁠the collapse of his plan to sell off World Cup commercial rights.

Offside move? Why Indonesia’s football chief backed Fifa privatisation plan

Erick Thohir said the Indonesian football association should back Fifa’s proposal because of its contributions to the local game.

Uefa threatens Fifa with legal action over World Cup plan, Infantino sought Trump’s backing

Fifa boss reported to have repeatedly tried and failed to reach US President by phone since his controversial proposal collapsed on Friday.

Asia, Europe welcome end of World Cup investor plans in big Infantino defeat

AFC chief calls for more transparency as doubts are cast on Infantino’s 2027 ⁠re-election prospects; Uefa declares ‘no confidence’.

Fifa not ‘selling football’ as Uefa vows World Cup boycott over Infantino plan

World governing body says ⁠it will not create subsidiary without ⁠majority support after widespread condemnation of president’s idea.

Asian body joins opposition to Fifa, Infantino’s World Cup private equity plan

Asian Football Confederation aligns with Uefa, Concacaf against plan to sell stakes in World Cup, says new management style needed.

Meet French football icon Zinedine Zidane’s son Luca, who played for Algeria at the World Cup

The 28-year-old goalkeeper made his debut for Real Madrid when Zizou was the manager; he now plays for Granada CF in La Liga 2.

Editorial | Dynamism returns to Hong Kong retail with World Cup windfall

Scenes from shopping centres and eateries during the final match prove the city hasn’t lost its penchant for vibrant nightlife.

On the Menu | How Argentina’s World Cup meltdowns echo restaurant award tantrums

Just as Argentina suffered a sad case of sour grapes over losing to Spain, so too have restaurateurs and chefs been ungracious in defeat.

Meet England footballer Jude Bellingham’s parents, Denise and Mark

Mark is a retired non-league footballer, while Denise was an HR professional – but now they’re both involved in their 2 sons’ football careers.

Teen dies during Spain World Cup celebrations

The teen died and several people were injured after a fountain collapsed in western Spain during celebrations.

Meet Ferran Torres, who scored Spain’s winning World Cup goal

The 26-year-old was discovered when playing futsal with friends at school, and played for Valencia and Man City before joining Barcelona.

Hong Kong restaurants score extra HK$500 million thanks to World Cup

Crowds of football fans, including children and elderly, flocked to shopping centres for match between Spain and Argentina at 3am.

Spain beat 10-man Argentina to win one-sided World Cup final

Ferran Torres scores only goal of a game in which defending champions did not create a chance in more than 90 minutes.

China did not qualify for the World Cup. It may have won in economic terms

While its men’s team has not competed since 2002, this year’s tournament has generated significant profit for many Chinese firms.

Editorial | World Cup has showcased the beautiful game despite some ugly moments

While high ticket prices, visa issues and a Trump intervention cast a shadow on the tournament, the engrossing competition has also brought people together.

Legal Tales | Everything you never wanted to know about hosting the World Cup

Why lawyers have to keep their eye on the ball when nations become eager to host the next Fifa World Cup.

Meet Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernández, a footballer on screen – and in real life

The Mexican actor was signed by El Paso Locomotive FC in May and made his long-awaited professional debut on the pitch last Saturday.

Opinion | Why underdogs like Alexandra Eala, Cabo Verde, Dear You fascinate us