Organized crime, illegal betting syndicates and opaque money are moving deeper into global sport. We investigate their reach into clubs and governing bodies, from corruption and money laundering to the trafficking, abuse and exploitation of players.
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As UEFA considers examining Infantino's entire career, Sports and Crime Briefing works backwards through the allegations, investigations, governance battles and political disputes over two decades
Lionel Messi was named in two threats during the 2026 World Cup. But the public record shows no killers, no weapons and no real plot, only claims that became ever more exaggerated.
Unpaid clubs and host cities, accusations of blackmail, pre-written endorsement statements, football legends and world leaders telling him to get stuffed left Infantino forced to apologize.
Overnight doping tests have been legal for over a decade. The 2026 Tour was the first time furious riders experienced them. The Sports and Crime Briefing looks into why they expose microdosing.
As FIFA's president faces a campaign that could end his rule, a small group of beneficiaries is recasting his humiliating retreat as evidence of statesmanship.
A revolt has engulfed the most controversial man in world football. But is the coalition he spent a decade building — with money, stadiums, World Cup slots and prize funds — close to breaking?
Blindsided member associations that were not consulted must decide by September 19 whether to support FIFA Forward Enterprise, and unlock funding worth millions for each of them.
Joshua Kushner is expected to lead the investment, FIFA’s voting associations stand to receive billions, and Gianni Infantino could retain power over world football long after his presidency ends.
The Italy legend's deal with Russia's Fonbet was public since October. He had been heavily criticised for it. So why did it only became a scandal in Italy when the national team came calling?
Harry Kane wasn't cursed and aliens didn't kidnap Neymar and Vinicius Jr. The World Cup's mystics got every prediction wrong but still cashed in big with paying customers.
