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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Uefa has last chance to keep genie of domestic matches abroad in its bottle

UEFA and FIFA face decisions that could allow La Liga and Serie A to stage domestic matches abroad, potentially reshaping European football's structure.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Fifa appoints Weah and Drogba to new anti-racism panel

FIFA appointed a 16-member former-players panel, led by George Weah, to advise and drive anti-racism strategies, education, and reforms across global football.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Azteca box owners granted '26 World Cup access

Estadio Banorte paid FIFA so luxury box owners can use their contractual seats during the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City without extra payment.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago

Fans priced out': FIFA to implement controversial Oasis-style tickets for World Cup 2026

Dynamic pricing will be in play as soon as tickets go on sale for next summer's World Cup, FIFA has confirmed. The practice has been unpopular with regular event-goers for some time but rocketed to mainstream attention when tickets for Oasis's UK comeback tour and the 2025 Club World Cup went on sale. Dynamic pricing automatically changes the cost of tickets for an event in line with demand, surprisingly always upwards and rarely in the other direction.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

World Cup's dynamic pricing model lays bare Fifa's singular motive: profit, at all costs

Fifa will use dynamic ticket pricing for the 2026 World Cup, turning ticket sales into algorithmic price-gouging and undermining fan access.
#2026-world-cup
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Infantino: Covered stadiums to be used at '26 WC

Stadiums with roofs will be used in the 2026 Men's World Cup to protect players from extreme heat.
#sepp-blatter
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Swiss prosecutors end case against ex-FIFA big wigs Sepp Blatter, Michel Platini | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Swiss prosecutors end case against ex-FIFA big wigs Sepp Blatter, Michel Platini | amNewYork

#club-world-cup
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Sources: Madrid favor biennial Club World Cup

FIFA finds holding a revamped Club World Cup every two years unfeasible despite clubs advocating for it to increase revenue.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'The biggest event in sport' - Trump announces 2026 World Cup draw

The 2026 men's World Cup draw will be held at the Kennedy Center in Washington on 5 December, announced by US President Donald Trump.
#lassana-diarra
#racism-in-football
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Prospective football agents to take case over Fifa's faulty online exam to Cas

A group of more than 40 candidates have claimed that technical problems with Fifa's online football agent exam compromised the fairness and transparency of the testing process, which took place for the first time on June 18.
Soccer (FIFA)
#world-cup
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
World news

Levi's Stadium World Cup Tickets Will Be Available by Lottery, and They're Not Allowed to Call It Levi's Stadium'

fromSoccer News
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Infantino acknowledges World Cup weather concerns as Fernandez demands change - Soccer News

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
World news

Levi's Stadium World Cup Tickets Will Be Available by Lottery, and They're Not Allowed to Call It Levi's Stadium'

fromSoccer News
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Infantino acknowledges World Cup weather concerns as Fernandez demands change - Soccer News

Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Legal case a 'seismic confrontation' between players and Fifa

A class action lawsuit against Fifa seeks compensation for players claiming unlawful regulations have cost them billions in income.
#fifpro
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFPRO accuses FIFA of 'silencing' player concerns

FIFPRO accuses FIFA of undermining player rights and adopting an autocratic governance model.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Sources: FIFA omitted FIFPRO from welfare talks

FIFA held a summit on player welfare without FIFPRO, who advocate for greater consultation on player rest periods.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Would-be football agents complain Fifa's faulty online exam causes one-year delay

Technical issues with Fifa's online football agent exam have left candidates unable to finish the test, with many facing a 12-month wait for a retry.
#world-cup-2026
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Canadians with deep pockets get first crack at 2026 World Cup deluxe ticket packages | CBC Sports

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Canadians with deep pockets get first crack at 2026 World Cup deluxe ticket packages | CBC Sports

Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump says Club World Cup trophy will remain in Oval Office after tournament's end

Trump claimed the Club World Cup trophy will remain in the Oval Office while FIFA made a new copy for Chelsea.
#player-welfare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Players union not invited to Fifa player welfare meeting

Fifpro was excluded from a crucial meeting where Fifa established new player welfare guidelines.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFA, players agree to mandatory rest periods

Player unions secured mandatory rest periods of 72 hours between games and a three-week closed season break.
#chelsea
#chelsea-fc
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

The amateur English side who became first world champions

West Auckland Town, known as the first world champions by FIFA, earned their title in 1909 as part of a global football tournament organized by Sir Thomas Lipton.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

FIFA Is Abusing Its Players to Keep Authoritarians Happy

FIFA prioritizes television profits and relationships with authoritarian regimes over player health and well-being.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US set to be host to biggest sporting events with guests it doesn't want | Emma John

Soccer's growing popularity in the U.S., once seen as a sign of moral decay by commentators, indicates a shift towards embracing the sport.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Head of football in Republic of the Congo accused of embezzling $1.3m of Fifa funds

Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas is accused of embezzling $1.3m of FIFA funds intended for football development in the Republic of the Congo.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Fifa opens office in Trump Tower, deepening ties with US president

Fifa has opened an office at Trump Tower in New York City, marking a tangible relationship with US president Donald Trump, especially ahead of upcoming tournaments.
US politics
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Court orders reinstatement of convictions of ex-Fox executive, marketing firm in FIFA bribery case

Federal appeals court reinstated convictions in FIFA bribery case against Hernan Lopez and Full Play Group.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

FIFA World Cup Fans Can Now Book Private Airbnb Experiences With Football Pros

Airbnb partners with FIFA to offer unique experiences for fans during World Cup events.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Fifa cuts ticket price to $13.40 for Club World Cup semi-final between Chelsea and Fluminense

Fifa reduced ticket prices for the Chelsea vs Fluminense semi-final from $473.90 to $13.40, showcasing dynamic pricing during the tournament.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

FIFA, Neto pay tribute to Jota before CWC QFs

FIFA honored Diogo Jota and André Silva before Club World Cup games following their tragic deaths in a car crash.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Football Daily | Infantino awaits his big bang' as Club World Cup refuses to slide away

A lucrative tournament by FIFA risks the integrity of global football due to overcrowded schedules and questionable ethical practices.
Women
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Women's transfer grades: LCL get an A for Van de Donk

Record $15.6 million spent on women's international transfers in 2024 more than doubled previous expenditure.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Qatar weighing up bid for 2029 Club World Cup that could be played in winter

The extreme heat in Qatar during summer necessitates a winter scheduling for the 2029 Club World Cup, a move likely to stir opposition from European leagues.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Klopp: Club World Cup is worst idea ever implemented in football - Soccer News

Klopp criticizes the Club World Cup for jeopardizing player welfare with an overloaded football calendar.
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Alonso hopes Mbappe fit for Juve: 'We need him'

Kylian Mbappé's availability for upcoming matches remains uncertain due to illness, impacting Real Madrid's prospects.
#extreme-heat
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German football bosses fined over 2006 World Cup scandal DW 06/25/2025

The German Football Association has been fined 130,000 euros for misconduct related to tax evasion in connection with the hosting of the 2006 World Cup.
Germany news
Real Madrid
fromwww.espn.com
2 months ago

FIFA probing Pachuca's Cabral after Rudiger racism allegation - ESPN

FIFA is investigating the incident involving Pachuca's Gustavo Cabral and Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger during the Club World Cup for potential racism.
Chelsea
fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Chelseas Jackson handed two-match ban for Club World Cup dismissal - Soccer News

Nicolas Jackson received a two-match ban for serious foul play after his red card against Flamengo.
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