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FIFA World Cup Power Grab, VAR Error, Pochettino Extension, Rodri
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- Jul 29, 2026
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- 218
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Summary
Today's episode leads with FIFA's proposal for a roughly $20 billion commercial entity that would sell minority stakes in World Cup commercial rights to private investors, reportedly including the Kushner family. UEFA is furious and preparing an emergency meeting where a World Cup boycott has reportedly entered the conversation. Second story: IFAB confirmed the VAR process used to send off Switzerland's Breel Embolo against Argentina was wrong; Argentina won 3-1 in extra time. Third story: U.S. Soccer offered Mauricio Pochettino an extension through the 2030 World Cup cycle after the USMNT's round-of-16 exit to Belgium. Closer: Real Madrid continue pursuing Manchester City midfielder Rodri. Subscribe for Premier League, MLS & Champions League coverage. AI was used for news gathering and production assistance. #FIFA #UEFA #Infantino #WorldCup2026 #Kushner #VAR #IFAB #Embolo #Argentina #Paredes #Pochettino #USMNT #Rodri #RealMadrid #ManchesterCity #Football #Soccer #CalorogaSharkMedia