The Royal Dutch Football Association has appointed former Barcelona star Xavi Hernández as the new head coach of the Netherlands national team, with his contract running through the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The high-profile hiring marks a dramatic new chapter for the Dutch squad, commonly known as the Oranje, as they pivot toward a possession-heavy … Read more
European football’s governing body has hardened its stance in an escalating global power struggle, with the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) threatening a comprehensive boycott of FIFA competitions over controversial private equity plans. In an emergency meeting involving all 55 member associations, European football leaders voted unanimously to reject proposals led by FIFA President … Read more
The Conflict Over FIFA Commercial Plans The latest governance clash centers on structural and financial models proposed by FIFA leadership. Reports indicate that continental bodies pushed back against investor plans that would reshape the commercial foundations of international football. The political backbone of FIFA under Infantino relies heavily on national associations across its 211 member … Read more