A gunman in New Zealand kills 2 people hours ahead of first game in Women’s World Cup
The gunman was found dead after a police shootout, during which an officer was shot and wounded. Four civilians were also injured
Women’s World Cup player payments will be distributed by federations
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FIFA had previously confirmed that the 732 players participating in the World Cup will be paid at least $30,000 each
FIFA president Gianni Infantino re-elected by acclaim
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The 211 member federations saw their basic annual funding from FIFA rise from $250,000 to $2 million since his first win in 2016
Split verdict for ex-Fox execs in soccer rights bribe case
Hernan Lopez, the former CEO of Fox International Channels, was convicted. Carlos Martinez, who headed the Latin America affiliate, was acquitted
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