Soccer (FIFA)

Soccer (FIFA)

Football fans will celebrate World Football Day on May 25, marking the sport's global impact and unity. [ more ]

The Club World Cup is often viewed as unexciting and unimportant by some fans but may get a new level of attention with exclusive broadcast rights. [ more ]

Former RFEF president faces trial for non-consensual kiss and coercion of player after Women's World Cup. [ more ]

Former national boss Vicente del Bosque appointed to lead committee supervising Spain's RFEF football federation amidst turmoil. [ more ]

The United States and Mexico have withdrawn their joint bid to host the 2027 Fifa Women's World Cup, focusing on securing the 2031 edition instead. [ more ]

Fair Game demands reforms to FA Cup, including replay preservation and Champions League qualification for winners. [ more ]

Spanish football federation at risk of FIFA and UEFA ban due to government oversight. [ more ]

Finidi George named head coach of Nigeria. [ more ]

English Football League and non-league clubs unite to request reinstatement of FA Cup replays to preserve football pyramid and tradition. [ more ]

The federal government will provide $104 million to support Toronto's hosting of six matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. [ more ]

Maradona's 'stolen' Golden Ball trophy found and to be auctioned for 'millions' in France on 6 June. [ more ]

Miami-Dade County plans to spend $46 million to host seven FIFA World Cup Miami 2026 matches, more than what was spent for the 2020 Super Bowl in Miami. [ more ]

The Dublin and District Schoolboys/girls league faces potential exclusion from prestigious football tournaments due to a dispute over association fees. [ more ]

Guinea secured the final spot in the men's football tournament at the 2024 Paris Olympics. [ more ]

Xiaomi celebrates 10th anniversary in India with Redmi Note 13 Pro+ World Champions Edition. [ more ]

Terry Medwin, former Swansea, Tottenham Hotspur, and Wales winger, passed away at 91. He scored key goals for Wales and was part of Spurs' successful squad. [ more ]

The owner of Hull City, Acun Ilicali, sacked Liam Rosenior due to a difference in opinion on the team's style of football. [ more ]

Visa processing delays for the 2026 World Cup in the U.S. may deter fans, prompting the government to address the issue. [ more ]

Spanish government forms special committee to oversee football federation after scandal involving former president. [ more ]

Premier League has no current plans to take games to the United States, but the possibility remains pending a lawsuit outcome. [ more ]

LaLiga aims to play official games in the U.S. starting from 2025-26 to expand market and maintain competitiveness. [ more ]

Apple is close to securing worldwide television rights for the FIFA Club World Cup, a significant move into live sports with a deal potentially worth over $1 billion. [ more ]

Four teams remain in 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup with Japan as favorites. [ more ]

Hosted football tournaments like Euro 2024 can positively impact a nation's image and unity, like Germany's experience with the 2006 World Cup. [ more ]

Brazil will host the 2027 Women's World Cup, defeating a joint European bid. [ more ]

EA Sports' College Football 25 revival will release on July 19, featuring real student-athletes thanks to NCAA's NIL rules. [ more ]

FIFA trial of new VAR system allowing coach challenges in youth competitions. [ more ]

FIFA to establish working group to assess impact of playing domestic matches overseas. [ more ]

FIFA is considering allowing domestic league games to be played in other countries, potentially starting from the 2025-26 season. [ more ]

FIFA's reform report led by Gianni Infantino aimed to restore trust post-corruption, with proposals for transparency, term limits, and institutional changes. [ more ]

FIFA postponed decision to suspend Israel over Gaza conflict pending legal advice. [ more ]

FIFA to seek legal advice before making a decision on Palestinian proposal to suspend Israel from international football due to conflict with Hamas. [ more ]

The president of the Palestinian Football Association requested FIFA to suspend Israel for various violations, including the Gaza conflict and teams in Palestinian territory. [ more ]

Fifa is trialling a new VAR system with two reviews per match, allowing managers and players to challenge decisions, aiming for a cheaper alternative for less financially well-off competitions. [ more ]

Zambia's coach Bruce Mwape facing accusations of inappropriate touching, under investigation by FIFA. [ more ]

Geoff Shreeves, a legendary football media figure, discusses his transition to working with the American audience and shares behind-the-scenes stories from his career. [ more ]

Sunil Chhetri, India's top goal scorer, announces retirement, calling for the next 'number nine'. [ more ]

EA Sports College Football 25 features real player names and likenesses for the first time in EA's history with the sport. [ more ]

France is considered the favorites to win EURO 2024 by Przemyslaw Frankowski. [ more ]

Australia named host nation for 2026 Women's Asian Cup. [ more ]

Scoring 50 international goals was historically rare but with more matches nowadays, some players have even surpassed the 100-goal mark. [ more ]

Willie Collum to alleviate burden on match officials by improving relations and VAR processes. [ more ]

German players unlikely to make major political statements at Euro 2024 after tepid response to World Cup protest. [ more ]