Europe may have lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino after his controversial World Cup plan, but football is bigger than that - several federations in Africa and Asia still support the 56-year-old.
FootballFIFA President Gianni Infantino's now-scrapped plans to sell parts of the World Cup, among other things, were met with massive criticism. Several influential bodies in the football world have turned against the chairman. This is what happened:
FootballThe Football Association of Wales is withdrawing its support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president, according to The Times and Sky Sports. The decision comes after confidence in Infantino's leadership has plummeted following the failed attempt to sell shares in the World Cup.
FootballA long heatwave and extremely little rain have led parts of the UK toward the driest July in 190 years.
WorldBonnie Tyler's fans will have the chance to say goodbye to the acclaimed artist in Wales in August, the BBC reports, after arrangements for her funeral were announced.
EntertainmentIt will be a trip to the Estonian capital when IFK Göteborg begins the Conference League qualifiers. After the first qualifying round of the tournament was completed, it is clear that Göteborg will face Levadia Tallinn.
FootballAt least 12,000 more deaths than normal were recorded in nine European countries during the heat wave at the end of June, according to an analysis by AFP news agency.
WorldJannik Sinner, 24, secured his second straight Wimbledon title. In the final, the Italian defeated Alexander Zverev 3–1 in sets. It feels incredible, I will never take anything for granted, says the world number one in the victory interview.
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