FIFA President Gianni Infantino walked back on his USD $20-billion proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup and other FIFA competitions to private investors. Thrive Eternal, founded by Joshua Kushner, was expected to be the main investor. His brother, Jared Kushner, is the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump. The governing body scrapped its plan, following fierce opposition from three of six football confederations. European football's governing body, UEFA, accused FIFA of putting the game's "soul" up for sale, threatened a boycott and now, legal action over the plan. CONCACAF and AFC also rejected the proposal. Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this bonus episode on World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she talks to former Matildas' vice-captain, and former member of the FIFA Council, Moya Dodd AO to unpack what this means. Can Gianni Infantino survive this backlash?

World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode:

· FIFA President Gianni Infantino walked back on his USD $20-billion proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup and other FIFA competitions to private investors.

· Thrive Eternal, founded by Joshua Kushner, was expected to be the main investor. His brother, Jared Kushner, is the son-in-law of US President Donald Trump.

· The governing body scrapped its plan, following fierce opposition from three of six football confederations.

· European football's governing body, UEFA, accused FIFA of putting the game's "soul" up for sale and threatened a boycott and now, legal action over the plan.

· CONCACAF and AFC also rejected the proposal.

· Former Matildas' vice-captain, and former member of the FIFA Council, Moya Dodd AO unpacks what this means. Can Gianni Infantino survive this backlash?

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New stars emerged alongside established legends at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ . Then there were the moments that had supporters on the edge of their seats. FIFA's unexplained decision on US key player Folarin Balogun's red card, after US President Donald Trump urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review the incident. VAR controversies, criticism of hydration breaks, concerns over the treatment of Iran's national team, denying the entry of Somali referee Omar Artan to the US. What can the Socceroos takeaway from the tournament? Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this final episode on World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she breaks down some of these concerns with former FIFA referee, Christina Unkel. Was the expanded 48-team format worth it? Did VAR actually improve the tournament?

World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode:

· New stars emerged alongside established legends at the FIFA World Cup 2026™

· FIFA's unexplained decision to suspend US key player Folarin Balogun's red card

· US President Donald Trump urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review red card incident

· VAR controversies, criticism of hydration breaks

· Concerns over the treatment of Iran's national team, denying the entry of Somali referee Omar Artan to the US

From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day.

For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast.

Get daily updates on the SBS News website and follow SBS Sport on YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram and Facebook for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia.

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ final ends with Spain as champions, after defeating Argentina 1-nil. A battle between Spain's 19-year-old Lamine Yamal, and Argentina's 39-year-old Lionel Messi. Spain's new generation, against Argentina's golden generation. Ferran Torres seals the winning goal in extra time at the 106th minute against Argentina in New Jersey. Nico Williams headed a Pedro Porro cross at the far post, and then Torres struck a goal in the net - past Argentina's goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez. This is Spain's second men's World Cup title, their first since South Africa in 2010. France's Kylian Mbappé claims the Golden Boot after scoring ten goals during the tournament, taking his career World Cup tally to 22. Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this episode on World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she talks to former Socceroo, Tommy Oar to discuss the red card, VAR decisions, La Roja's unbeaten streak, Messi's legacy and Mbappé's Golden Boot win.

World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode:

· The FIFA World Cup 2026™ final ends with Spain as champions, after defeating Argentina 1-nil

· A battle between Spain's 19-year-old Lamine Yamal, and Argentina's 39-year-old Lionel Messi

· Ferran Torres seals the winning goal in extra time at the 106th minute against Argentina in New Jersey

· Nico Williams headed a Pedro Porro cross at the far post, and then Torres struck a goal in the net - past Argentina's goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez

· This is Spain's second men's World Cup title, their first since South Africa in 2010

· Former Socceroo, Tommy Oar discusses the red card, VAR decisions, La Roja's unbeaten streak and Messi's legacy

· France's Kylian Mbappé claims the Golden Boot after scoring ten goals during the tournament, taking his career World Cup tally to 22.

 

 

From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day.

For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast.

Get daily updates on the SBS News website and follow SBS Sport on YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram and Facebook for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia.

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.

England claims its third-place win at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ after a thrilling 6-4 victory over France in Miami - securing the Three Lions' best World Cup finish since 1966. Bukayo Saka starred with a hat-trick. Kylian Mbappé inspired a French comeback with a double. Mbappé becomes the World Cup’s record scorer - with ten goals in this tournament and 22 goals in total - moving him ahead of Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race. England's Jude Bellingham sealed the final goal - his seventh goal in the tournament - at the very last minute after stoppage time. France's defeat marks the end of Didier Deschamps' tenure as coach, while Thomas Tuchel's side finishes on a high ahead of the Spain-Argentina finals on Monday, 5am AEST, July 20. Spain's teen sensation Lamine Yamal to face Argentina's Lionel Messi at the match, 20 years since their viral photo was taken . Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this episode on World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she chats to former Matildas goalkeeper, Lydia Williams to discuss why the third-place playoffs matter, as we look ahead to the Spain-Argentina finals.

World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode:

· England claims its third-place win at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ after a thrilling 6-4 victory over France, securing the Three Lions' best World Cup finish since 1966

· Bukayo Saka starred with a hat-trick

· Kylian Mbappé inspired a French comeback with a double

· Mbappé becomes the World Cup’s record scorer - with ten goals in this tournament and 22 goals in total - moving him ahead of Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race

· England's Jude Bellingham sealed the final goal - his seventh goal in the tournament - at the very last minute after stoppage time

· France's defeat marks the end of Didier Deschamps' tenure as coach

· Thomas Tuchel's side finishes on a high ahead of the Spain-Argentina finals

· Spain's teen sensation Lamine Yamal to face Argentina's Lionel Messi at the match, 20 years since their viral photo was taken

From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day.

For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast.

Get daily updates on the SBS News website and follow SBS Sport on YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram and Facebook for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia.

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.

 

Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this bonus episode on World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she chats to former players, a football coach, a sports academic and advertising expert to hear their perspectives on the controversial hydration break at this FIFA World Cup 2026™. Does the hydration break protect players in demanding conditions? Or is it disrupting the flow of the game? Will it stay? What does it mean for the future of football?

World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode: 

· Former Socceroo Harry Kewell and Tommy Oar, former Matildas goalkeeper Lydia Williams and player Sarah Walsh, former football coach Phil Moss weigh in on hydration break

· Sports academic Professor Geoff Dickson says the conditions at many matches simply haven't justified the breaks

· Advertising expert Kubhandren Padmanabhan says the breaks doesn't necessarily mean FIFA is making that money directly.

From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day.

For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast.

Get daily updates on the SBS News website and follow SBS Sport on YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram and Facebook for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia.

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.

Argentina advances to reach FIFA World Cup 2026™ finals against Spain, after a 2-1 win against England in a thrilling semi-final clash. England's Anthony Gordon took the lead early in the second half, but Argentina staged a late comeback. Enzo Fernandez equalised with a long-range strike and Lautaro Martinez scored a late goal in stoppage time - both with incredible Lionel Messi assists. England will now turn its attention to the third-place playoff against France, after falling just short of another World Cup final. Argentina players celebrated their victory by holding a banner that read 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' on the pitch. Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this episode of World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she talks to SBS Spanish Executive Producer Carlos Colina to discuss the match, and what we can expect to see at the finals.

World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode:

· Argentina beat England 2-1 to reach finals against Spain

· England's Anthony Gordon took the lead early in the second half

· Enzo Fernandez equalised with a long range strike and Lautaro Martinez scored a late goal in stoppage time - both with incredible Lionel Messi assists

· England will now turn its attention to the third-place playoff against France

· Argentina players celebrated their victory by holding a banner that read 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' on the pitch

From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day.

For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast.

Get daily updates on the SBS News website and follow SBS Sport on YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram and Facebook for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia.

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.

Spain beat France 2-nil to reach FIFA World Cup 2026™ finals, after a 16 year wait. French star Mbappé calls France 'sloppy' after semifinal loss. Spanish forward Mikel Oyarzabal scored a shot into the right side from the penalty spot to give Spain the lead. Pedro Porro doubled Spain's advantage. France's Michael Olise struck 2023–24 Ballon d’Or winner Rodri with his boot. Fans question why Olise escaped a red card. Mbappe threatened, Ousmane Dembélé came close, Désiré Doué made an attempt, Bradley Barcola looked dangerous, but Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simon continued to control the rhythm, with remarkable saves. Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this episode of World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she talks to SBS French Executive Producer Christophe Mallet to understand what this result means for the nation.

World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode:

· Spain beat France 2-nil to reach FIFA World Cup 2026™ finals, after a 16 year wait

· French star Mbappé calls France 'sloppy' after semifinal loss

· Spanish forward Mikel Oyarzabal scored a shot into the right side from the penalty spot to give Spain the lead

· Pedro Porro doubled Spain's advantage

· France's Michael Olise struck 2023–24 Ballon d’Or winner Rodri with his boot - did Olise escape a red card?

· Mbappe threatened, Dembélé came close, Doué made an attempt, Barcola looked dangerous, but Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simon continued with remarkable saves.

From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day.

For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast.

Get daily updates on the SBS News website and follow SBS Sport on YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram and Facebook for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia.

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.

England and Argentina to meet in semi-final. Norway and Switzerland out of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ tournament. England win after a 2-1 extra-time win against Norway, double from Jude Bellingham. Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 in extra-time. A couple of controversial VAR reviews in both quarter final matches. A red card for Switzerland's Breel Embolo, who became the first player sent off under FIFA's new mistaken identity law, after a VAR review. Erling Haaland leaves the tournament with pride for the next generation. Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this episode of World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she talks to former Central Coast Mariners coach and Sydney Football Club assistant Phil Moss, to break down the England-Argentina match.

 World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode:

• England and Argentina to meet in semi-final. Norway and Switzerland out of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ tournament
• England win after a 2-1 extra-time win against Norway, double from Jude Bellingham
• Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 in extra-time
• A couple of controversial VAR reviews in both quarter final matches
• A red card for Switzerland's Breel Embolo, who became the first player sent off under FIFA's new mistaken identity law, after a VAR review
• Erling Haaland leaves the tournament with pride for the next generation

From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day.

For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast.

Get daily updates on the SBS News website and follow SBS Sport on YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram and Facebook for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia.

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.

Spain is through to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ tournament semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 win over Belgium. Fabián Ruiz opened the scoring for the Spaniards, before Belgium equalised through Charles De Ketelaere. But substitute Mikel Merino - also the hero in the previous round against Portugal - came off the bench in the 86th minute, and scored just before stoppage time. Lamine Yamal was named Player of the Match after another electric performance. Join your host Haylena Krishnamoorthy for this episode of World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast, as she talks to former Matildas legend and SBS World Cup pundit, Sarah Walsh to break down the match.

World Cup Daily | The 90+ Podcast is SBS's daily FIFA World Cup 2026™ podcast covering the biggest stories on and beyond the pitch.

In this episode:

• Spain is through to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ tournament semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 win over Belgium
• Fabián Ruiz opened the scoring for the Spaniards, before Belgium equalised through Charles De Ketelaere
• Substitute Mikel Merino came off the bench iand scored just before stoppage time
• Lamine Yamal was named Player of the Match after another electric performance
• Former Matildas legend and SBS World Cup pundit, Sarah Walsh breaks down the match, and discusses VAR

From unforgettable moments, match highlights, emerging stars, FIFA politics, major controversies and the stories shaping the tournament, The 90+ brings you the key talking points from the FIFA World Cup 2026™ every day.

For more on this series, follow The 90+ Podcast.

Get daily updates on the SBS News website and follow SBS Sport on YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram and Facebook for all the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The FIFA World Cup 26ᵀᴹ kicks off on June 12 (AEST) - with coverage starting for the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa from 4am (AEST) - and will be an exclusive broadcast on SBS in Australia.

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.