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Palestinian and Israeli officials at odds at FIFA Congress

Palestine Football Association President Jibril Rajoub refused to shake hands with Basim Sheikh Suliman, the vice president of Israel's soccer governing body, during a tense moment at the FIFA Congress on Thursday.

Apr 30, 2026 · ESPN

Messi sends new team Cornellà message in promotion bid

Lionel Messi sent a message to the players and coaching staff of UE Cornellà on Thursday to introduce himself following his acquisition of the club, calling for growth and offering his support to the fifth-division side.

Apr 30, 2026 · ESPN

Mexico legend Ochoa to retire from national team after 2026 World Cup

Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, a five-time World Cup veteran set for a record-tying sixth appearance at age 41, announced he will retire from the national team after this summer tournament and may end his professional playing career entirely.

Apr 30, 2026 · ESPN

Nicol & Hislop slam VAR after Anderson avoided red card vs. Aston Villa

Steve Nicol and Shaka Hislop react to Elliot Anderson's tackle on Ollie Watkins in Nottingham Forest's win over Aston Villa.

Apr 30, 2026 · ESPN

Aston Villa's Emery slams 'huge mistake' by VAR vs. Nottingham Forest

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has launched a scathing attack on VAR, saying officials made a "huge mistake" in not showing a red card to Elliot Anderson.

Apr 30, 2026 · ESPN

Gianni Infantino confirms re-election bid for FIFA president

Gianni Infantino's presidency of FIFA is likely set to extend to 15 years after he confirmed his intention on Thursday to stand for re-election.

May 1, 2026 · ESPN

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona eye move for Romero

Cristian Romero could head to Barcelona next season with his future at Tottenham appearing uncertain. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Apr 30, 2026 · ESPN

Las Vegas group makes bid to relocate MLS' Vancouver Whitecaps

Grant Gustavson, the son of billionaire Tamara Gustavson, is leading an investor group that has made a formal offer to acquire the Vancouver Whitecaps and relocate the team to Las Vegas, a spokesperson for the group confirmed to ESPN.

May 1, 2026 · ESPN

Infantino confirms Iran will play at the World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino opens his address at the FIFA Congress by confirming that Iran will play at the 2026 World Cup.

Apr 30, 2026 · ESPN

Crystal Palace's Ismaïla Sarr nets fastest Conference League goal

Ismaïla Sarr got Crystal Palace off to the perfect start in their UEFA Conference League semifinal against Shakhtar Donetsk, netting the fastest goal in the competition's history.

Apr 30, 2026 · ESPN