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FIFA, 2026 World Cup tickets and Gianni Infantino: how ticket allocations strengthen presidential power

Deutschlandfunk’s series on Gianni Infantino has raised questions about FIFA’s 2026 World Cup ticketing system, high prices and allocations given to national associations. Critics say the model can create loyalty toward the leadership of world football’s governing body

26.06.2026

Sports

Henrik Nilsson Resignation and FIB Leadership Crisis Over Russia and Belarus Return to International Bandy

Henrik Nilsson’s resignation has pushed the Federation of International Bandy into a deeper leadership crisis. The dispute over a possible return of Russian and Belarusian athletes now leaves FIB facing a sensitive decision, with Stein Pedersen temporarily assuming presidential duties amid IOC recommendations

20.06.2026

Sports

Hamburg rejects Olympic bid: Germany continues race for 2036, 2040 or 2044 Games without Hanseatic city

Hamburg voters rejected the city’s Olympic bid for the 2036, 2040 or 2044 Games, with 54.9 percent voting against the plan. The decision removes Hamburg from the DOSB process and leaves Berlin, Munich and Rhine-Ruhr in Germany’s final domestic race, while raising fresh questions about public support for major sports events

02.06.2026

Sports

World Aquatics lets Russia and Belarus return to pools under strict anti-doping rules and national symbols

World Aquatics has changed its rules for Russian and Belarusian athletes, opening the door to their return to senior international events with national symbols after AQIU background checks and four consecutive anti-doping tests. The decision renews debate over sport, politics and competitive integrity ahead of upcoming qualification cycles

23.05.2026

Sports

Trump and politicians criticize expensive tickets for the 2026 World Cup and FIFA's dynamic pricing model

Find out why ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup have drawn sharp criticism from politicians, fans and the public. We bring an overview of the dispute over dynamic pricing, Donald Trump's reactions, FIFA's role and rising travel costs, as well as the question of whether the world's most popular football competition will remain accessible to a wide audience or become a luxury event.

08.05.2026

Sports Politics

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FIFA, 2026 World Cup tickets and Gianni Infantino: how ticket allocations strengthen presidential power

Henrik Nilsson Resignation and FIB Leadership Crisis Over Russia and Belarus Return to International Bandy

Hamburg rejects Olympic bid: Germany continues race for 2036, 2040 or 2044 Games without Hanseatic city

World Aquatics lets Russia and Belarus return to pools under strict anti-doping rules and national symbols

Trump and politicians criticize expensive tickets for the 2026 World Cup and FIFA's dynamic pricing model

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