Governing body claims biennial World Cup will bring ‘strong upturn in football’s economy’

Paris has already announced that its annual fireworks show and other events will be cancelled

Humanitarian aid and life-saving assistance must be able to reach the Afghan people without any hindrance

Moscow warns of a possible military response unless it sees political action to assuage concerns

International entertainers and musicians including superstar French DJ David Guetta performed at the event

Tennis legend isolating at home in Spain; says ‘I’ll have total flexibility with my calendar’

Turkish president says ‘as a Muslim, I will continue doing what our religion tells us’

Spalletti’s side lucky to escape with 1-0 win after hosts’ equaliser ruled out for offside

President Infantino will try to find consensus on biennial event among member federations

Shuttler hails ‘dream come true’ after becoming first Singaporean to win world championship