Football

The abandoned proposal to spin off the association’s commercial operations has divided the sport’s authorities

Experts say the backlash dents his 2027 re-election prospects

The governing body’s chief has issued a September deadline for members to back the proposal or face a reduction in potential support

Football body says money would be invested in world sport; move provokes a furious response from Uefa

The Spain-Argentina final was a snoozefest, but there were many breathtaking games that stole the show

The fund’s programmes aim to help beneficiaries build their confidence and expand skill sets

The strong viewership caps a solid run for the tournament’s broadcasters

He was twice European Footballer of the Year and the only British player to win the Ballon d’Or twice

Defending champion Argentina did not have a shot at goal in the first 90 minutes