https://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:47:36 +0200 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:47:36 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png https://www.euronews.com https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/real-madrid-striker-kylian-mbappe-breaks-silence-on-ceuta-shirt-controversy https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/real-madrid-striker-kylian-mbappe-breaks-silence-on-ceuta-shirt-controversy Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:06:18 +0200 Real Madrid's striker has for the first time explained why he, Vinícius Jr and Ibrahima Konaté partly covered up a message on a t-shirt backing Ceuta. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/mbappe-vinicius-and-konate-criticised-for-hiding-ceuta-support-message https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/mbappe-vinicius-and-konate-criticised-for-hiding-ceuta-support-message Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:03:12 +0200 The La Liga president criticised Mbappé, Vinícius and Ibrahima Konaté for partially rolling up a T-shirt supporting Ceuta, hiding the message "We are all from Ceuta", amid a migration crisis and social tension in the city. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/astana-arena-in-the-capital-of-kazakhstan-selected-to-host-2028-uefa-super-cup https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/astana-arena-in-the-capital-of-kazakhstan-selected-to-host-2028-uefa-super-cup Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:41:55 +0200 The prestigious match, UEFA Super Cup, will take place at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam, Netherlands, in 2027, before passing the baton to Astana Arena in Astana, Kazakhstan, in 2028. Kazakhstan has obtained the chance to host such a major match, marking a historic first for the country. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/azerbaijan-simplifies-visa-processing-ahead-of-formula-1-grand-prix-race https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/azerbaijan-simplifies-visa-processing-ahead-of-formula-1-grand-prix-race Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:36:34 +0200 Baku has implemented a simplified visa entry procedure for international visitors planning to attend the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. From 25 August to 30 September, eligible travellers can obtain a visa on arrival at the country’s international airports. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/world-athletics-chief-seb-coe-we-stand-firm-against-russian-athletes-taking-part https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/world-athletics-chief-seb-coe-we-stand-firm-against-russian-athletes-taking-part Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:31:25 +0200 Coe rejected Moscow's claims of a 'personal obsession' with banning Russian athletes and reflected on his term and the crisis at FIFA. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/germanys-alexander-zverev-beats-ben-shelton-to-win-the-us-open-title https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/germanys-alexander-zverev-beats-ben-shelton-to-win-the-us-open-title Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:26:14 +0200 Zverev dashed Shelton's hopes of becoming the first Black player to win the men's championship since Arthur Ashe in 1968 and the first American man to win the title since Andy Roddick in Flushing Meadows in 2003. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/heavyweights-bring-the-hungary-grand-slam-to-a-spectacular-close https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/heavyweights-bring-the-hungary-grand-slam-to-a-spectacular-close Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:26:12 +0200 Budapest delivered a thrilling final day as Schimidt, Pavic, Pirelli, Hershko and Endovitskii struck gold. Pavic celebrated her first Grand Slam title, while the heavyweights brought three unforgettable days of judo at the Papp László Arena to a close. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/13/judo-middleweights-light-up-day-two-of-the-hungary-grand-slam https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/13/judo-middleweights-light-up-day-two-of-the-hungary-grand-slam Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:40:16 +0200 Day two in Budapest delivered four thrilling champions. Megu Danno claimed Japan’s second gold, Rashid Mammadaliyev earned his first Grand Slam title, Elisavet Teltsidou celebrated her fifth, while Yoshito Hojo secured another gold for Japan. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/12/judo-returns-to-hungary-for-exciting-grand-slam-action https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/12/judo-returns-to-hungary-for-exciting-grand-slam-action Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:27:14 +0200 The Hungary Grand Slam 2026 opened in Budapest with a thrilling first day. Giliazova, Ashpiz, Leiva Sanchez, Yotov and Funakubo claimed gold as athletes from 67 nations returned to the Papp Laszlo Arena. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/06/fifa-chief-gianni-infantino-to-stand-for-re-election https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/06/fifa-chief-gianni-infantino-to-stand-for-re-election Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:51:24 +0200 The next FIFA presidential election is due to take place at the 77th FIFA Congress on Thursday, 18 March 2027 in Rabat, Morocco. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/04/tennis-star-nick-kyrgios-handed-one-month-ban-following-positive-cocaine-test https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/04/tennis-star-nick-kyrgios-handed-one-month-ban-following-positive-cocaine-test Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:50:31 +0200 Kyrgios has entered a treatment programme and will forfeit his €6,570 prize money and ranking points from the ATP Tour event in Mallorca where he tested positive for the drug. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/02/how-a-quiz-show-and-a-dream-took-azerbaijans-sabah-to-the-champions-league https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/02/how-a-quiz-show-and-a-dream-took-azerbaijans-sabah-to-the-champions-league Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:55:35 +0200 Azerbaijan’s Sabah Football Club have unexpectedly qualified for the UEFA Champions League, making it one of its most historic achievements to date. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/01/rybakina-tops-wta-live-rankings-as-us-open-gets-underway https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/01/rybakina-tops-wta-live-rankings-as-us-open-gets-underway Tue, 01 Sep 2026 02:58:29 +0200 Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina has moved to the top of the WTA live rankings as the 2026 US Open begins, putting her in contention to become the world's official No. 1 for the first time. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/argentina-great-lionel-messi-announces-retirement-from-international-football https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/argentina-great-lionel-messi-announces-retirement-from-international-football Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:38:10 +0200 The decision comes shortly after the death of his father, Jorge Messi, which prompted the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain player to consider his future. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/big-finish-at-the-ijf-ecole-mont-olivet-grand-slam-in-lausanne https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/big-finish-at-the-ijf-ecole-mont-olivet-grand-slam-in-lausanne Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:54:53 +0200 The inaugural Lausanne Grand Slam concluded in style with spectacular judo, an inclusive kata demonstration and thrilling finals. Bozorov, Olek, Sulamanidze, Fontaine and Tasoev claimed gold as Switzerland celebrated a memorable first edition. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/30/lausanne-grand-slam-2026-switzerland-celebrates-a-historic-judo-day https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/30/lausanne-grand-slam-2026-switzerland-celebrates-a-historic-judo-day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:18:16 +0200 Lausanne marked a major day for Swiss judo as the 2028 World Championships agreement was signed, the Grand Slam was officially opened and adaptive judo athletes joined the action. Aurélien Bonferroni’s bronze delighted the home crowd. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/29/pogacar-abandons-la-vuelta-after-heavy-crash-33km-from-finish https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/29/pogacar-abandons-la-vuelta-after-heavy-crash-33km-from-finish Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:51:48 +0200 The Slovenian cyclist, who was leading the race, suffered a heavy crash and had to be taken to hospital by ambulance. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/29/lausanne-grand-slam-2026-opens-with-inclusive-judo https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/29/lausanne-grand-slam-2026-opens-with-inclusive-judo Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:39:38 +0200 The first day in Lausanne celebrated judo’s inclusive spirit, with adaptive judo athletes competing alongside World Tour stars. Marina Vorobeva, Yamato Fukuda, Gefen Primo, Kairi Kentoku and Eteri Liparteliani claimed gold medals https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/26/uefa-to-cancel-planned-boycott-of-fifa-tournaments https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/26/uefa-to-cancel-planned-boycott-of-fifa-tournaments Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:28:37 +0200 In late July, UEFA announced its 55 member associations would take no part in FIFA competitions as long as the world governing body's FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal remained alive. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/24/esports-world-cup-crowns-champions-in-paris-after-move-from-riyadh https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/24/esports-world-cup-crowns-champions-in-paris-after-move-from-riyadh Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:16:01 +0200 The China-based AG.AL claimed the $7 million Club Championship as the seven-week tournament wrapped up its first edition outside Saudi Arabia after a short-notice relocation to France. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/21/fifa-hands-argentinas-paredes-a-10-match-ban-over-world-cup-final-brawl https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/21/fifa-hands-argentinas-paredes-a-10-match-ban-over-world-cup-final-brawl Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:44:23 +0200 FIFA has banned three Argentina players, including a 10-match suspension for Leandro Paredes, along with fines against the team and federation for post-final violence and other incidents during the tournament. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/20/one-year-to-go-qatar-counts-down-to-2027-fiba-basketball-world-cup https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/20/one-year-to-go-qatar-counts-down-to-2027-fiba-basketball-world-cup Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:25:59 +0200 A total of 32 national teams will play 92 games across four Doha arenas, including a former FIFA World Cup stadium transformed from a football pitch to a basketball court. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/19/former-wimbledon-finalist-nick-kyrgios-says-he-tested-positive-for-cocaine https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/19/former-wimbledon-finalist-nick-kyrgios-says-he-tested-positive-for-cocaine Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:45:13 +0200 Kyrgios said he had difficulties coming to terms with being near the end of his career after two years of injuries. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/17/2026-lima-grand-prix-day-3-a-golden-finish-in-peru https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/17/2026-lima-grand-prix-day-3-a-golden-finish-in-peru Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:34:43 +0200 Rafael Macedo, Mathilda Sophie Niemeyer, Gennaro Pirelli, Beatriz Souza and Giannis Antoniou took gold on the final day in Lima. Antoniou made history with Cyprus’s first Grand Prix title, bringing three days of world-class judo in Peru to a spectacular close. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/16/ronaldo-tells-fashion-magazine-this-year-could-be-his-last-as-a-professional-footballer https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/16/ronaldo-tells-fashion-magazine-this-year-could-be-his-last-as-a-professional-footballer Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:20:54 +0200 The Portuguese legend has scored 976 goals for club and country in a senior career that has lasted more than 20 years. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/16/lima-grand-prix-2026-breakthrough-victories-on-day-two https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/16/lima-grand-prix-2026-breakthrough-victories-on-day-two Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:56:10 +0200 Day two in Lima brought more breakthrough moments. Seiko Watanabe, Vlad Mitru and Dena Pohl celebrated their first World Judo Tour gold medals, while David Lima topped the -81kg podium as another thrilling day of judo unfolded in Peru. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/15/judo-world-tour-a-day-of-firsts-at-the-lima-grand-prix https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/15/judo-world-tour-a-day-of-firsts-at-the-lima-grand-prix Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:41:04 +0200 Day one in Lima delivered five thrilling champions. Assunta Scutto, Michel Augusto, Rafaela Rodrigues, Radu Izvoreanu and Pihla Salonen claimed gold, with several celebrating their first Grand Prix titles as the new Olympic qualification cycle got underway. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/14/new-zealand-withdraws-support-for-beleaguered-fifa-chief-gianni-infantino https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/14/new-zealand-withdraws-support-for-beleaguered-fifa-chief-gianni-infantino Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:05:38 +0200 The Oceania Football Confederation issued its own statement on Friday, welcoming FIFA's decision to ditch the FFE investment proposal and signalling its support for Infantino. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/13/i-really-doubt-ill-carry-on-messis-stark-words-in-farewell-to-his-father https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/13/i-really-doubt-ill-carry-on-messis-stark-words-in-farewell-to-his-father Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:38:23 +0200 The Argentinian footballer has published an open letter bidding farewell to his father and agent Jorge Messi, who died on 8 August in Rosario after a long illness. In it, the Argentina captain admits he is unsure whether he will carry on playing. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/12/golden-homecoming-for-alexandri-sisters-to-greece-life-after-austria-medals-in-paris https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/12/golden-homecoming-for-alexandri-sisters-to-greece-life-after-austria-medals-in-paris Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:16:22 +0200 From Austria, where they lived and excelled for 14 years, to their comeback for Greece and two Paris golds. Anna Maria, Irini Marina and Vasiliki Alexandri discuss their decision to return and their plans for the future. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/11/trump-signals-support-for-infantino-as-fifa-crisis-rumbles-on https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/11/trump-signals-support-for-infantino-as-fifa-crisis-rumbles-on Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:22:16 +0200 "If he is gone, it will never be as successful or profitable again," US President Donald Trump wrote of Infantino and the World Cup in a post on Truth Social. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/10/uefa-afc-concacaf-target-embattled-infantino-in-damning-open-letter https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/10/uefa-afc-concacaf-target-embattled-infantino-in-damning-open-letter Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:49:45 +0200 The open letter criticised Infantino’s judgment and called on FIFA to apologise for poor leadership rather than miscommunication amid its failed attempt to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/09/don-nelson-the-second-winnigest-head-coach-in-nba-history-dies-aged-86 https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/09/don-nelson-the-second-winnigest-head-coach-in-nba-history-dies-aged-86 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:46:26 +0200 The legendary coach and former player, credited for introducing the “Nellie ball”, was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as a coach in 2012 for – at the time – holding the most wins as a head coach in NBA history. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/09/fifa-defends-infantino-after-revelations-of-his-alleged-lover-paid-off-by-uefa https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/09/fifa-defends-infantino-after-revelations-of-his-alleged-lover-paid-off-by-uefa Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:43:48 +0200 After staying silent during Infantino's plan outcry, FIFA now defends its president over what it calls a 'concerted and ongoing effort' to undermine his leadership. This comes after revelations stating Infantino's 'lover' was paid off by UEFA when he was general secretary. https://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/08/08/wedding-at-funchal-cathedral-but-not-cristiano-and-georginas-to-the-disappointment-of-hund https://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/08/08/wedding-at-funchal-cathedral-but-not-cristiano-and-georginas-to-the-disappointment-of-hund Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:45:30 +0200 As British tabloids keep spinning stories about when and where Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez are getting married, fans are ever keener to catch a glimpse of a ceremony that keeps proving elusive. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/the-great-infantino-divide-who-is-for-and-against-the-controversial-fifa-chief https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/the-great-infantino-divide-who-is-for-and-against-the-controversial-fifa-chief Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:57:40 +0200 The Norwegian Football Association has called for Infantino to resign while Mexico and Argentina have come out in support of the beleaguered FIFA boss. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/deal-beyond-football-mohamed-salah-at-trabzonspor-boosts-tourism-and-turkeys-economy https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/deal-beyond-football-mohamed-salah-at-trabzonspor-boosts-tourism-and-turkeys-economy Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:06:09 +0200 With Mohamed Salah joining Trabzonspor, the city expects more visitors, especially Egyptian and Arab fans, reinforcing its status as a destination for tourism and sport. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/06/uefa-may-still-boycott-fifa-events-as-it-says-infantino-apology-changes-nothing https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/06/uefa-may-still-boycott-fifa-events-as-it-says-infantino-apology-changes-nothing Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:07:04 +0200 "Yesterday’s announcement that some people employed by the FIFA President (and whose careers depend on his favour) agree with him changes nothing," UEFA said in a statement on Thursday. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/06/infantino-to-remain-as-fifa-boss-following-crisis-meeting https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/06/infantino-to-remain-as-fifa-boss-following-crisis-meeting Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:12:20 +0200 FIFA issued a statement late on Wednesday saying that Infantino retained the "full support" of Secretary General Mattias Grafström and members of the FIFA management board. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/portugal-legend-luis-figo-calls-for-infantino-to-resign-saying-he-debased-fifa-presidency https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/portugal-legend-luis-figo-calls-for-infantino-to-resign-saying-he-debased-fifa-presidency Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:11:56 +0200 "It is too late to save his dignity but it is not too late to save football. He should go. Now," Figo wrote in a post on X. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/04/former-fifa-vice-president-prince-ali-accuses-infantino-of-blackmail-as-presure-on-leaders https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/04/former-fifa-vice-president-prince-ali-accuses-infantino-of-blackmail-as-presure-on-leaders Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:25:46 +0200 In a social media post, Prince Ali said that during the World Cup — where Jordan made its debut in June — he was told if he endorsed FIFA President Gianni Infantino “it would go a long way to helping our FA out.” https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/04/55-hours-in-the-water-polish-swimmer-crosses-baltic-sea-from-sweden-to-home-country https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/04/55-hours-in-the-water-polish-swimmer-crosses-baltic-sea-from-sweden-to-home-country Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:25:32 +0200 Bartłomiej Kubkowski has pulled off an extraordinary feat, becoming the first person to swim across the Baltic Sea from Sweden to Poland in 55 hours, covering 160 kilometres. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/01/uefa-declares-to-have-lost-confidence-in-infantino-over-shabby-back-room-opaque-deal https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/01/uefa-declares-to-have-lost-confidence-in-infantino-over-shabby-back-room-opaque-deal Sat, 01 Aug 2026 22:32:21 +0200 FIFA president Gianni Infantino came under increasing fire from continental governing bodies on Saturday despite scrapping a widely-derided plan to allow private investment in the World Cup. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/01/fifa-bins-controversial-private-investment-plan-after-backlash https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/01/fifa-bins-controversial-private-investment-plan-after-backlash Sat, 01 Aug 2026 08:14:44 +0200 "The current FIFA leadership has not only lost UEFA’s confidence but also that of many other members of the football family," UEFA said in a statement responding to FIFA's announcement. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/31/exclusive-meps-demand-infantino-appear-before-european-parliament-over-fifas-private-inves https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/31/exclusive-meps-demand-infantino-appear-before-european-parliament-over-fifas-private-inves Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:32:43 +0200 As European football associations threaten to boycott the World Cup, a draft letter obtained by Euronews accused the FIFA President of using the organisation as a “political career ladder”. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/31/farewell-franco-baresi-milan-mourns-an-icon-world-football-loses-a-legend https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/31/farewell-franco-baresi-milan-mourns-an-icon-world-football-loses-a-legend Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:01:35 +0200 Franco Baresi, the legendary Milan and Italy captain, who's died aged 66, leaves behind a unique legacy of trophies, titles and a record of defending the club's iconic red and black colours for more than two decades. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/31/fifa-insists-it-will-proceed-with-private-investor-plan-proposal-despite-uefa-boycott-thre https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/31/fifa-insists-it-will-proceed-with-private-investor-plan-proposal-despite-uefa-boycott-thre Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:32:26 +0200 FIFA vowed on Friday to press ahead with an "open and democratic" consultation on a proposed private investment plan, despite widespread opposition to the proposal. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/30/fifas-plan-to-sell-world-cup-to-private-investors-has-not-been-well-received-but-can-they- https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/30/fifas-plan-to-sell-world-cup-to-private-investors-has-not-been-well-received-but-can-they- Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:12:29 +0200 Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in FIFA’s commercial operations to private investors faces fierce opposition from UEFA, which could potentially have enough votes to block the proposal. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/30/fifa-opens-disciplinary-cases-against-argentina-for-world-cup-final-scuffle-and-malvinas-b https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/30/fifa-opens-disciplinary-cases-against-argentina-for-world-cup-final-scuffle-and-malvinas-b Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:19:48 +0200 Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes faces three charges of assault in the post-game clashes after Spain’s 1-0 win on July 19, defender Nahuel Molina faces two charges and coach Roberto Ayala one. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/29/fifa-president-infantino-proposes-plan-to-sell-stakes-in-the-world-cup-prompting-an-angry- https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/29/fifa-president-infantino-proposes-plan-to-sell-stakes-in-the-world-cup-prompting-an-angry- Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:12:17 +0200 The new initiative is the second time Infantino has attempted to privatise football assets, with the first being in 2018 where the FIFA chief proposed a multi-billion dollar project to create more global competitions, funded by private investors.