https://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:47:37 +0200 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:47:37 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png https://www.euronews.com https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/14/fifa-proposes-55bn-football-development-fund-amid-infantino-scrutiny https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/14/fifa-proposes-55bn-football-development-fund-amid-infantino-scrutiny Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:47:16 +0200 The proposal comes as European football leaders seek a candidate to try to unseat Gianni Infantino as FIFA president. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/13/netflix-secures-2030-world-cup-rights-in-spain-and-andorra https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/13/netflix-secures-2030-world-cup-rights-in-spain-and-andorra Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:00:12 +0200 The 2030 World Cup is scheduled to take place across Morocco, Portugal, and Spain, with three special centenary celebration matches also set to be held in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/11/judo-japan-reclaim-mixed-team-world-title-with-eighth-gold-in-baku https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/11/judo-japan-reclaim-mixed-team-world-title-with-eighth-gold-in-baku Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:42:53 +0200 Japan reclaimed the Mixed Team World Championship title in Baku, defeating Russia in the final to secure their eighth gold. After overcoming China in the semi-final, Japan sealed victory through Akari Omori, while Russia reached their first-ever mixed team final. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/10/lee-claims-world-gold-as-tasoev-secures-his-third-world-title-in-baku https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/10/lee-claims-world-gold-as-tasoev-secures-his-third-world-title-in-baku Sat, 10 Oct 2026 21:28:38 +0200 Hyeonji Lee claimed her first world title at +78kg, defeating former champion Romane Dicko to complete a dominant day. At +100kg, Inal Tasoev delivered a spectacular ippon against home favourite Ushangi Kokauri to secure his third world title and retain the red backpatch. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/10/cristiano-ronaldo-suspended-by-portuguese-fa-for-leaving-training-camp https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/10/cristiano-ronaldo-suspended-by-portuguese-fa-for-leaving-training-camp Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:00:55 +0200 As expected, the Disciplinary Board of the Portuguese Football Federation has opened disciplinary proceedings against national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo, who has been temporarily suspended. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/09/historic-gold-for-lytvynenko-as-sulamanidze-triumphs-in-baku https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/09/historic-gold-for-lytvynenko-as-sulamanidze-triumphs-in-baku Fri, 09 Oct 2026 21:23:03 +0200 Yelyzaveta Lytvynenko made history at -78kg, defeating Kaila Issoufi to become the UAE’s first-ever judo world champion. At -100kg, Georgia’s Ilia Sulamanidze overcame Dota Arai in the final to claim his first world title, turning previous bronze into gold. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/09/intense-diplomatic-manoeuvring-in-athens-over-first-russian-team-in-european-tournament https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/09/intense-diplomatic-manoeuvring-in-athens-over-first-russian-team-in-european-tournament Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:32:32 +0200 The Kazan club was the first Russian club to play an official European club match in Greece, after discreet pressure to keep Russian symbols out of the Serafio pool. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/08/tsunoda-claims-world-gold-as-murao-retains-his-title-in-baku https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/08/tsunoda-claims-world-gold-as-murao-retains-his-title-in-baku Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:34:08 +0200 Ai Tsunoda Roustant claimed her first senior world title at -70kg, defeating Michaela Polleres in golden score. At -90kg, Sanshiro Murao delivered a spectacular ippon against Goki Tajima in an all-Japanese final, defending his title to become a two-time world champion. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/07/judo-grigalashvili-claims-fourth-world-title-as-kaju-reigns-again https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/07/judo-grigalashvili-claims-fourth-world-title-as-kaju-reigns-again Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:05:55 +0200 Haruka Kaju extended her unbeaten World Judo Tour run to 40 contests, defending her -63kg world title against Kerem Primo. At -81kg, Tato Grigalashvili defeated home favourite Zelim Tckaev to claim his fourth world title and return to the top of the podium. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/07/judo-2026-world-championships-koga-and-yusifov-strike-gold-on-opening-day-in-baku https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/07/judo-2026-world-championships-koga-and-yusifov-strike-gold-on-opening-day-in-baku Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:47:09 +0200 Wakana Koga claimed her first world title at -48kg, defeating Assunta Scutto in the final. At -60kg, home favourite Ahmad Yusifov came from behind to beat Sherzod Davlatov, sending the Baku crowd into celebration on an unforgettable opening day. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/07/argentina-waves-football-great-lionel-messi-off-after-3-0-win-over-benin-in-final-internat https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/07/argentina-waves-football-great-lionel-messi-off-after-3-0-win-over-benin-in-final-internat Wed, 07 Oct 2026 06:46:37 +0200 All-time footballing icon Lionel Messi bids an emotional farewell to international duty after guiding Argentina to a 3-0 win over visitors Benin in Buenos Aires. The little magician produced a final breathtaking performance for his white and blue stripes, scoring one goal and assisting two others. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/06/judo-japan-crowns-two-new-world-champions-in-baku https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/06/judo-japan-crowns-two-new-world-champions-in-baku Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:55:10 +0200 Akari Omori claimed her first world title at -57kg, defeating reigning champion Eteri Liparteliani in golden score. At -73kg, Ryuga Tanaka overcame Makhmadbek Makhmadbekov in a tight final to secure gold and complete a double triumph for Japan. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/06/ronaldos-next-chapter-what-lies-ahead-after-portugals-nations-league-progress https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/06/ronaldos-next-chapter-what-lies-ahead-after-portugals-nations-league-progress Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:14:58 +0200 By beating Norway 2-1, Portugal reached the Nations League quarter-finals and a new squad list is expected. The question everyone asks is: and Cristiano Ronaldo? https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/05/judo-abe-siblings-strike-gold-again-at-the-world-championships-in-baku https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/05/judo-abe-siblings-strike-gold-again-at-the-world-championships-in-baku Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:27:59 +0200 Uta Abe claimed her sixth world title at -52kg, defeating Ariane Toro Soler to remain unbeaten at the World Championships. Hifumi Abe followed with his fifth world crown at -66kg, producing a spectacular ippon against David Garcia Torne in the final. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/02/man-city-lodges-comprehensive-appeal-after-being-found-guilty-of-financial-rule-breaking https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/02/man-city-lodges-comprehensive-appeal-after-being-found-guilty-of-financial-rule-breaking Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:54:21 +0200 According to the Premier League, potential sanctions against City could be a reprimand, a fine, a suspension, points deduction or, in the worst case, expulsion from the competition. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/01/manchester-city-not-above-the-rules-says-downing-street https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/01/manchester-city-not-above-the-rules-says-downing-street Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:55:57 +0200 After PM Andy Burnham's - a former mayor of Greater Manchester - admission of his fears that the club's owners might leave because of the investigation into 'creative book-keeping', his spokesperson has issued a clarification. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/30/ronaldo-quits-portugal-camp-ahead-of-denmark-clash-promising-to-reveal-the-truth https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/30/ronaldo-quits-portugal-camp-ahead-of-denmark-clash-promising-to-reveal-the-truth Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:37:08 +0200 The 41-year-old captain announced his departure on Instagram minutes after coach Jorge Jesus insisted he would train, having missed three sessions in a row. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/29/man-city-found-guilty-of-all-charges-related-to-serious-breaches-of-financial-rules-premie https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/29/man-city-found-guilty-of-all-charges-related-to-serious-breaches-of-financial-rules-premie Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:52:48 +0200 A statement from the English Premier League said an independent commission found that the club had arranged "sham" contracts and agreements to artificially inflate its revenues and reduce its costs. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/europes-top-leagues-add-to-pressure-on-infantino-by-calling-for-fifa-reform https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/europes-top-leagues-add-to-pressure-on-infantino-by-calling-for-fifa-reform Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:24:21 +0200 It is the latest rift between football leagues and Infantino, whose biggest projects have been seen as attacks on domestic football and were successfully resisted by a backlash from European officials. 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.