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Wednesday Kickoff: Infantino, Rangers, CCL and more

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Gianni Infantino has denied any wrongdoing just several weeks into his FIFA presidency, while one of Europe’s most historic clubs has regained its place in the top division.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is “dismayed” that his integrity is being questioned due to a link to the Panama Papers scandal. Infantino’s name has been linked to reports that the current FIFA president sold television rights in South America to a company called Cross Trading, who subsequently sold those rights at a significant mark up. (REPORT)

After four seasons in the lower leagues, Rangers will return to the Scottish Premier League after sealing the Scottish Championship title on Tuesday. (REPORT)

Michael Arroyo’s 102nd-minute free kick led Club America to a 1-0 victory over Santos Laguna to book a spot in the CONCACAF Champions League final. (REPORT)

In addition, an Andre-Pierre Gignac brace pushed Tigres to a 2-0 win over Queretaro in the CCL semifinals to seal a date with Club America. (REPORT)

Joe Hart has returned from a calf injury ahead of Manchester City’s UEFA Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain, while Yaya Toure did not travel with the squad. (REPORT)

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen denies he is set to leave the Spanish club in favor of Manchester City. (REPORT)

Despite the club’s ongoing relegation battle, Newcastle has announced a $45.5 million profit for the financial year ending June 2015. (REPORT)

Napoli will appeal a four-game suspension given to forward Gonzalo Higuain. (REPORT)

TUESDAY REWIND

Gedion Zelalem will reportedly be given the chance to make Arsenal’s first team following his spell with Rangers. (READ)

Cody Cropper will start in goal for MK Dons for the rest of the season following an injury to the team’s starter. (READ)

At 39-years-old, goalkeeper Jon Busch is preparing for his post-playing career with his new club, Indy Eleven. (READ)

A preview of Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clashes as Manchester City takes on Paris Saint-Germain while Wolfsburg collides with Real Madrid. (READ)

Clint Dempsey and Kaka headline the players selected to the SBI MLS Best XI for Week 5. (READ)

With the Copa America around the corner, Brek Shea should be considered as an option for the U.S. Men’s National Team’s left back position. (READ)

The SBI MLS Power Rankings experienced a shift atop the rankings as Sporting Kansas City fell to Real Salt Lake. (READ)

Comments

  1. Gignac is playing like a monster. He’ll keep Giroud on the bench for the Euros and most people in France don’t even want Benzema in the team anymore.

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