The Daily Dirt: FIFA blocks funding to CONCACAF, CONMEBOL

With a corruption investigation ongoing, Bloomberg News reports soccer's governing body will cut off $20 million in funding to the Americas.

"In light of current proceedings involving individuals related to Conmebol and Concacaf, FIFA has put contributions towards these two confederations on hold until further notice," the global soccer regulator said in an e-mailed statement to Bloomberg News. "We are currently assessing further steps to be taken to increase the level of assurance which may again enable FIFA to release such funds in the future."

Lionel Messi to skip 2016 Olympics, focus on Copa America Centenario [SSFC]

If you want to see the best player in the world compete in an important tournament, here's your best chance. At least some of that corruption went to a good cause for American fans of the game.

All the transfer news, rumors and signings from January deadline day [SBN]

There weren't many major deals done on deadline day, but this roundup covers all of the action.

Revs still in talks with Jermaine Jones despite Xavier Kouassi DP deal [ESPN FC]

Jones isn't happy with the current contract offer from New England Revolution, but manager Jay Heapes says "there's been progress" on negotiations.

What's happening in The A?

The Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 112-97 win over the Mavericks Monday night. Jeff Teague, who has struggled lately, went off. The point guard scored 32 points on 12-of-15 shooting, and he added eight assists, five rebounds, and one steal.