FIFA’s Gianni Infantino announces replacement for The Best awards ahead of 2026

In the end of an era, FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced the awards that'll be replacing The Best ahead of 2026.

FIFA introduced The Best awards in 2016 following its split from the Ballon d’Or, creating its own platform to recognize the top figures in world soccer each year. Now, with 2026 approaching, the awards are set for a major overhaul, as FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced that The Best will be replaced by a new initiative beginning next year.

Speaking during the inaugural World Sports Summit in Dubai...