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1 hour ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FA charges Tonali over alleged betting rules breaches

Sandro Tonali charged with misconduct by FA for alleged betting rule breaches
Tonali faces consequences for betting on matches during specific period
www.dw.com
6 days ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Football: North Korea loses 1-0 to Japan, cancels next game DW 03/22/2024

North Korea canceled a World Cup qualifier game against Japan in Pyongyang after losing to Japan in Tokyo.
North Korea cited concerns about a "malignant infectious disease" in Japan, likely referring to streptococcus infections.
BBC Sport
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Arrest made over alleged Old Trafford tragedy chanting

Offensive chanting during FA Cup game led to arrest
FA and police taking strong stance against offensive chants
BBC Sport
2 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

West Brom charged by FA over Wolves crowd disorder

West Bromwich Albion charged with misconduct by FA over crowd disorder during FA Cup derby defeat by Wolves.
Allegations include failure to control spectators' behavior and prevent throwing harmful objects towards the pitch.
BBC Sport
3 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Forest and Reid charged by FA after Liverpool incident

Nottingham Forest and Steven Reid charged with misconduct
Forest criticized referee's decision on possession
BBC Sport
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Ratcliffe Man Utd deal approved by FA & Premier League

Jim Ratcliffe's deal to buy a 25% stake in Manchester United has been approved by the Football Association and Premier League.
The deal is the first to be agreed under the Premier League's updated owners' and directors' test, which includes a review by an independent oversight panel.
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Chelsea
ESPN.com
6 days ago
Chelsea

Southgate: Man Utd links 'completely disrespectful'

Gareth Southgate called speculation on Manchester United job disrespectful.
Southgate will not discuss his future until after Euro 2024.
BBC Sport
1 month ago
Chelsea

Kelly set to return for England against Italy

Chloe Kelly set to return for England's friendly against Italy after assessment on minor injury.
England in Spain for training camp; Sarina Wiegman optimistic about Kelly's readiness.
www.caughtoffside.com
3 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea ace could face retrospective ban following incident at the end of the Everton game

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson may face retrospective action from the Football Association for an incident during the game against Everton.
Chelsea's poor performance and Jackson's aggressive behavior have raised concerns about the team's struggles under the current ownership.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
Chelsea

Arteta: White ready for England despite WC exit

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James OlleySenior Writer, ESPN FC



Mikel Arteta has said Ben White is ready to be called up for England despite leaving the World Cup prematurely in November.Southgate will name his latest squad on Thursday for matches against Italy and Ukraine, the first international break since England's campaign in Qatar ended at the quarterfinal stage with defeat to France.
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Soccer News
6 days ago
Web design

FA standing by England kit design despite flag controversy - Soccer News

The Football Association supports the controversial England shirt design despite criticism from political figures.
The new England shirt design features purple and blue horizontal stripes as a playful update to pay tribute to the 1966 World Cup-winning team.
London
BBC Sport
6 days ago
London

Arsenal fans banned for 'abhorrent' tragedy chanting

Arsenal supporters receive football banning orders for tragedy chanting
Football clubs taking strong action against inappropriate behavior
BBC Sport
2 months ago
London

Wimbledon boss Jackson given two-game ban

AFC Wimbledon manager Johnnie Jackson has been banned for two matches and fined £750 following a red card at Crawley Town.
Jackson admitted to improper, abusive, and insulting language and behavior, as well as failing to remain in the changing room during the match.
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Soccer News
1 month ago
English Premier League

Sir Jim Ratcliffe gets Premier League approval to buy Manchester United stake - Soccer News

Jim Ratcliffe's purchase of a 25% stake in Manchester United has received Premier League approval
The deal is still awaiting Football Association approval
BBC Sport
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FA keen for England boss Southgate to stay after Euros

The Football Association wants Gareth Southgate to remain as England boss after the European Championships.
Southgate has not ruled out staying in the job until the 2026 World Cup.
BBC Sport
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Posh goalkeeping coach fined for placing 1,144 bets

Peterborough United goalkeeping coach given suspended ban and fine for betting on football games.
Uzunhasanoglu admitted breaching the Football Association's betting rules and will face a suspended ban if he commits further betting offences.
BBC Sport
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FA set to vote against allowing Ceferin third term

The Football Association is expected to vote against controversial changes to Uefa rules that would extend the presidency of Aleksander Ceferin
Ceferin's supporters are working on a plan to amend the rule that limits a president to serving three terms in office
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Fielding ineligible player 'horrible mistake' - Ward

Aston Villa manager Carla Ward admits to a 'horrible mistake' in fielding an ineligible player in the Women's League Cup.
The Football Association is investigating the potential breach of rules and has referred the matter to an independent tribunal.
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

WSL job is 'the most exciting opportunity in sport'

Nikki Doucet is the CEO of NewCo, the company set to take over the top two divisions in women's football.
The Football Association has overseen the growth of professionalism in the Women's Super League and introduced a second tier - now the Women's Championship.
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FA investigates Aston Villa over ineligible player

The Football Association is investigating Aston Villa for potentially breaching competition rules by fielding an ineligible player in the Women's League Cup.
Villa's win in the match against Sunderland could be overturned if the investigation confirms the breach, and their qualification for the quarter-finals could be in jeopardy.
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FA launches investigation into Cusack's death

The Football Association is launching an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Sheffield United player Maddy Cusack.
An external investigation conducted earlier found no evidence of wrongdoing at Sheffield United.
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea facing FA and Premier League probe for possible FFP breaches

Chelsea are under investigation by the Premier League and the Football Association for potential breaches of financial fair play rules.
Experts warn that Chelsea could face a points deduction if found guilty of these breaches.
Other clubs, such as Everton and Manchester City, are also under scrutiny for potential breaches of financial fair play rules.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
London

Millwall youth chief charged over social media use

Millwall's head of youth recruitment Barry Dunn has been charged by the Football Association with an "aggravated breach" of rules in relation to his social media conduct.The misconduct charge includes interacting with a post that is "insulting and/or indecent and/or improper", and included a reference to religion or belief.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

West Ham boycott match after alleged racial abuse

Anton Ferdinand led West Ham in walking off the pitch during a seven-a-side tournament in the US after one of their players was allegedly racially abused.The incident occurred in their game against Dallas United in the inaugural £1m The Soccer Tournament event.Dallas later withdrew from the tournament after organisers conducted an investigation into the allegations.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Two Thailand players banned for six months after brawls

Two Thailand players have been banned for six months for their part in mass brawls during the men's football final at the Southeast Asian Games.Indonesia beat Thailand 5-2 after extra time in Cambodia last week.Fighting broke out between the teams' benches after Thailand scored a stoppage-time equaliser and again when Indonesia went 3-2 up in extra time in Phnom Penh.
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Forest Green boss Deeney handed four-match ban

Forest Green Rovers boss Troy Deeney has been handed a four-match touchline ban for his behaviour during a game.
Deeney was charged with using improper, abusive, and threatening behavior and/or language.
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Senda banned for four years over sexual assaults

Former footballer Daniel Senda has been banned from football for four years after sexually assaulting two women on a coaching course.
The incidents took place overseas, so UK authorities had no jurisdiction to take action, and the women did not report the incidents to the police.
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Women

Senda banned for four years over sexual assaults

Former footballer Daniel Senda has been banned from football for four years after sexually assaulting two women on a coaching course.
The incidents took place overseas, so UK authorities had no jurisdiction to take action, and the women did not report the incidents to the police.
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Women

Senda banned for four years over sexual assaults

Former footballer Daniel Senda has been banned from football for four years after sexually assaulting two women on a coaching course.
The incidents took place overseas, so UK authorities had no jurisdiction to take action, and the women did not report the incidents to the police.
BBC Sport
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Debutants Man City look to 'win all the trophies'

Manchester City is aiming to win all the trophies available in the FIFA Club World Cup.
Pep Guardiola acknowledges the privilege and honor of participating in the Club World Cup.
BBC Sport
3 months ago
Manchester City

Debutants Man City look to 'win all the trophies'

Manchester City is aiming to win all the trophies available in the FIFA Club World Cup.
Pep Guardiola acknowledges the privilege and honor of participating in the Club World Cup.
BBC Sport
3 months ago
Manchester City

Debutants Man City look to 'win all the trophies'

Manchester City is aiming to win all the trophies available in the FIFA Club World Cup.
Pep Guardiola acknowledges the privilege and honor of participating in the Club World Cup.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Manchester City

Phil Foden has surgery to remove appendix after England withdrawal

Phil Foden is out of England's European qualifier against Ukraine after undergoing surgery to remove his appendix on Sunday morning.skip past newsletter promotion Sign up to Football Daily Kick off your evenings with the Guardian's take on the world of footballPrivacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties.
BBC Sport
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Arsenal boss Arteta cleared of misconduct charge

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has avoided punishment from the Football Association after his comments about refereeing.
An independent Regulatory Commission found that the charge against Arteta was not proven.
Football Association
Fox Sports
3 months ago
English Premier League

Man City star escapes ban as PL champs learn fate over furious ref tirade

Manchester City charged by FA for players' behavior
Erling Haaland expresses anger over referee's decision
BBC Sport
3 months ago
English Premier League

Man City charged over players confronting referee

Manchester City charged with failing to control their players in Premier League draw with Tottenham
City players surrounded referee after free-kick decision
Bluemoon
3 months ago
Manchester City

City charged by FA for

Manchester City charged by FA for players' conduct during match against Tottenham
Players and manager react to referee's controversial decision
www.caughtoffside.com
3 months ago
English Premier League

Premier League clubs are continuing to play footballers despite abuse claims

Premier League clubs are allowing players and bosses under investigation for abuse to continue playing.
Alleged victims claim the Football Association and Premier League prioritize commercial interests over the safety of women.
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BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Page's 'slap' response to shock wrong - Roberts

Ex-Wales striker Iwan Roberts has rounded on manager Robert Page's tactics and response to the shock Euro 2024 qualifier defeat by Armenia.Page described the 4-2 loss in Cardiff on Friday night as the "slap we need".But Roberts said he was stunned by that assessment to such a "shocking" display that has left Wales facing an "almost impossible" task to qualify.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
France news

Equal prize money at men's and women's World Cups is a must, says FIFPRO

Equal prize money at the 2026 and 2027 men's and women's World Cups has to happen no matter what, according to world players' union FIFPRO.Gianni Infantino, the president of football's global governing body FIFA which organises the tournaments, said in March it was his ambition for there to be equal prize money after this summer's Women's World Cup.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Missing World Cup was worse than ban - Toney

Ivan Toney says missing last year's World Cup was a bigger punishment than the ban he received for breaking Football Association betting rules.He was in November and on a place in Gareth Southgate's 26-man squad for the 2022 World Cup."Support is good, but how I am, I don't want anyone to feel sorry for me," he told the Kick Game YouTube channel.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Former defender Gunter joins Wales backroom staff

Former international defender Chris Gunter has joined manager Robert Page's coaching staff for the March international window.The full-back became the first male player to win a century of Wales caps for his country in March 2021.Gunter continues to play at club level for AFC Wimbledon in League Two.
www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
Manchester United

Southampton demand action from social media companies after Kyle Walker-Peters subjected to racist abuse

S outhampton have demanded action from social media platforms after calling in police over racist abuse aimed at defender Kyle Walker-Peters.The full-back was targeted with a series of offensive replies, including monkey emojis, to his latest Instagram post following Sunday's 0-0 Premier League draw at Manchester United.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Premier League to tackle anti-social behaviour

Such behaviour included gesturing, graffiti and online abuse, but in particular, 'tragedy chanting'.The decision was made at the league's annual general meeting on Wednesday.The measures "will focus on criminal prosecution, the regulatory environment, enforcement, online abuse, education and communications".
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Leeds charged by FA over alleged homophobic chant

Leeds United have been charged by the Football Association with misconduct after an alleged homophobic chant.It is alleged Leeds failed to ensure fans behaved in an orderly fashion in the 20th minute, the charge centring on "words or behaviour that are improper, offensive, indecent or insulting with reference to sexual orientation".
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
Mental health

Wembley introduces dementia-friendly measures as part of stadium scheme

1. Wembley Stadium in London has recently implemented new measures to help make the experience more dementia-friendly for their visitors.
2. These measures include providing additional support staff, dementia-friendly signs, and a designated safe area with sensory aids and distraction toys.
3. With the implementation of these measures, Wembley Stadium is setting an example for other stadiums to follow and become more dementia-friendly.
www.standard.co.uk
9 months ago
Manchester United

Team-specific routes and motorway service stations for FA Cup final fans

F ootball fans driving from Manchester to the FA Cup final are being urged to use certain routes and motorway service stations based on who they support.Transport bosses issued the guidance amid congestion fears as the majority of Manchester City and Manchester United supporters will travel to London's Wembley Stadium by road due to a train strike.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

William sympathises with Grenfell survivors and families seeking justice

Grenfell survivors and bereaved families have described the Prince of Wales as being very passionate about the community getting justice and closure following the devastating blaze.William, who attended last year's memorial marking the fifth anniversary of the blaze, visited Championship football club Queens Park Rangers (QPR) to hear how it provided support in the aftermath of the fire and since.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Offensive chants not 'banter' - Man Utd fan group

Manchester United's LGBTQ+ Supporters Club have urged fans not to sing offensive chants when they host Chelsea in the Premier League on Thursday.Recent meetings between the two clubs have been marred by homophobic slurs.In January, chants at Old Trafford were directed at former Everton manager Frank Lampard because of his links with the Blues.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Deaf footballer thanks Lineker for amazing' support for fundraiser

A player on the England Deaf Women's Football Team said it is amazing to see support from sporting figures, including Gary Lineker, for a fundraiser to get the team to the World Cup in Malaysia.The team needs to raise 50,000 by the end of June for expenses including hotel deposits to secure the rooms for September.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Liverpool to play national anthem at Brentford game

Liverpool will play the national anthem before their game against Brentford on Saturday, despite saying they know some fans "have strong views on it".The national anthem is being played at top-flight matches on Saturday to mark the coronation of King Charles III.Liverpool said it would be played "in recognition of the Premier League's request to mark the coronation".
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

I'm aware I've broken dreams - Pauw on squad calls

Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw said informing omitted players of their World Cup fate was "devastating" as she made 75 telephone calls when deciding her 31-strong training squad.Pauw also called the players left out a second time and said the Football Association of Ireland will provide support to those who missed out.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

New study shows increased dementia risk in football

Former professional footballers are almost three-and-a-half times more likely to be diagnosed with dementia than the general population, new research has found.The study was commissioned by the Football Association and Professional Footballers' Association and conducted by the University of Nottingham.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Lionesses to face Portugal in World Cup warm-up

England will face Portugal in their final home fixture before the 2023 World Cup on 1 July in Milton Keynes.The European champions take on World Cup debutants Portugal four days before travelling to the finals in Australia and New Zealand.England then face Canada behind closed doors on 14 July before their opening Group D match with Haiti on 22 July .
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Leah Williamson's first fiction book inspired by women's football ban protest

The first fiction book by footballer Leah Williamson has been inspired by female footballers who continued to play the sport in protest against being banned from holding certain organised matches.The Wonder Team And The Forgotten Footballers, which will be the first in a series published by Macmillan Children's Books, is co-written with the Lionesses captain's cousin Jordan Glover.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

BBC Woman's Hour reveals sport-focused Power List 2023

England captain Leah Williamson has topped the BBC Woman's Hour Power List 2023.The list recognises 30 women in the UK who have made a significant impact in the sporting world and was revealed live on the programme by host Nuala McGovern in front of an audience in the BBC Radio Theatre on Tuesday morning.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Wrexham Women footballers played their guts out to secure title Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds has congratulated Wrexham AFC Women on playing their guts out to secure a title win.The 46-year-old Hollywood star, who has co-owned Welsh side Wrexham AFC with fellow actor Rob McElhenney since 2021, celebrated the female-affiliated club taking home the Genero Adran North title at the weekend.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

England win cannot dampen Ukraine fans' excitement over Wembley match

Ukraine fans dreamed of a beautiful game and a famous victory over England, but could only watch as their side lost 2-0 at Wembley Stadium.Goals by the Three Lions' talismanic striker Harry Kane and Arsenal wonderkid Bukayo Saka saw the home side cruise to victory in the Euro 2024 qualifier clash.Gareth Southgate's side were favourites to win the game, but that did not dampen the excitement of Ukrainian fans before kick-off.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Former BBC director-general: Reinstatement is like a 5-0 win' for Gary Lineker

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails A former BBC director-general has said the reinstatement of Gary Lineker as host of Match Of The Day is like a 5-0 win for the sports presenter.Greg Dyke, who is also a former chair of the Football Association (FA), said there was a perception that the broadcaster had been bullied by the Government into its initial decision to remove Linker from the programme.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
Manchester United

Manchester derbies: five of the most meaningful meetings since 1894

The first league meeting between the two clubs.City who state 1894 as their founding year on their badge but can trace their roots back to St Marks' Church (founded 1880) and Ardwick AFC (founded 1887) were defeated by Newton Heath, who would be rebranded as Manchester United in 1902 (although the names Manchester Central and Manchester Celtic were considered).
www.standard.co.uk
11 months ago
Manchester United

FA Cup final train strike: How industrial action will affect Manchester United and City fans at Wembley

Tens of thousands of Mancunians are expected to descend on the capital for the match, on Saturday June 3, with fans set to arrive from all corners of the country.But the train network is set to be largely out of action for many after the union Aslef rejected the latest offer from operators in a dispute over pay and conditions.
www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
Manchester United

Fulham respond to latest FA charge against Marco Silva from wild FA Cup exit

Fulham lost the match 3-1 at Old Trafford.In a remarkable handful of second-half minutes, Willian was sent off for handball, Aleksandar Mitrovic then saw red for barging referee Kavanagh, and manager Silva was also dismissed for both comments he made to the match official and leaving his technical area.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Manchester United

Manchester United charged over conduct towards referee in Fulham tie

Manchester United have been charged by the Football Association for surrounding the referee Chris Kavanagh in Sunday's fiery FA Cup quarter-final win over Fulham at Old Trafford.United's players appealed to the referee for a handball after Kavanagh originally awarded a corner when Willian blocked Jadon Sancho's shot on the line a decision that sparked a chaotic few minutes.
www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
Manchester United

Manchester United charged by FA after players surround referee in win over Fulham

M anchester United have been charged by the Football Association after players surrounded a match official during the FA Cup win over Fulham on Sunday.United players remonstrated with referee Chris Kavanagh after Jadon Sancho's shot hit Willian's hand on the goalline, denying an equaliser.As United players called for a penalty, the Video Assistant Referee reviewed the footage and advised that a spot kick should be awarded.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Manchester United

FA warns standard ban for Aleksandar Mitrovic's red card clearly insufficient'

Aleksandar Mitrovic is facing a lengthy ban after the Football Association announced the standard punishment for his dismissal against Manchester United would be clearly insufficient.Mitrovic gave Fulham the lead in Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final at Old Trafford but was sent off after trying to grab referee Chris Kavanagh's arm during a chaotic couple of minutes.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Wiegman says Houghton was considered for World Cup

England manager Sarina Wiegman says former captain Steph Houghton was "in our conversations" despite being left out of the World Cup squad.Houghton, 35, has not played for England since 2021 and never under Wiegman.The absence of senior players Leah Williamson and Fran Kirby due to injury had led to calls for Houghton's return.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'We were gone' - Luton's rise to play-off final

Date: Saturday, 27 May Venue: Wembley Kick-off: 16:45 BST Coverage: Live text commentary on BBC Sport website and app, live radio commentary on BBC CWR and BBC Three Counties Radio, updates on BBC Radio 5 Live

To fully appreciate Luton Town's rise to the brink of Premier League football, you must first understand the gravity of their lowest ebb.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

William to meet Grenfell survivors and families ahead of anniversary of tragedy

The Prince of Wales will meet Grenfell survivors and bereaved families ahead of the sixth anniversary of the tower blaze.William will visit Queens Park Rangers football club to hear how they provided support in the aftermath of the blaze.Grenfell is less than a mile from QPR's Loftus Road ground in Shepherd's Bush, West London, and the fire, on June 14 2017 which claimed 72 lives, shocked the nation.
www.90min.com
11 months ago
London

How train strikes will affect Man City and Man Utd fans for the FA Cup final

The 2022/23 FA Cup final has been thrown into a state of confusion after train drivers announced they would be striking on the day of the big match at Wembley.The announcement was made by the Aslef trade union.It comes after many months of industrial strikes in multiple public sectors in the United Kingdom.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Toney's 'dream becomes reality' with England debut

Ivan Toney says he has "made his dream a reality" after getting his first England cap in the European qualifying victory over Ukraine on Sunday.The 27-year-old had previously been called up by Gareth Southgate last September, but didn't make an appearance in the Nations League matches against Italy and Germany.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Simmons to leave FA after 30 years

Kelly Simmons will leave the Football Association after 30 years of "seminal contribution" in developing the women's game in England, says FA chief executive Mark Bullingham.Simmons will step down from her role as the director of the women's professional game in the summer before leaving the governing body next year.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Clubs face points deductions for abusive behaviour

Grassroots clubs in England could face points deductions under new rules designed to tackle abusive behaviour towards players and match officials.The Football Association says the punishment will be for "repeated offences of serious misconduct".They will apply at step seven and below of the men's game, and across tier three and below in the women's game.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Gills charged over racist and sexist crowd abuse

The Football Association has charged Gillingham with three counts of misconduct following racist or sexist abuse from their supporters.The charges relate to incidents during games against Colchester and Sutton in December and AFC Wimbledon in February.The League Two club have until 5 June to respond to the FA.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Podence cleared of spitting over lack of evidence

Wolves' Daniel Podence was cleared of a spitting charge because of a lack of "convincing" evidence against him, the Football Association has revealed.Nottingham Forest's Brennan Johnson alleged Podence spat at him during their 1-1 draw on 1 April .Referee Chris Kavanagh took no action after a video assistant referee check at the City Ground, but Podence was later charged by the FA .
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Powell joins England men's U20 set-up for World Cup

Former England women's boss Hope Powell has joined the Three Lions backroom team for the men's Under-20 World Cup.Powell, who managed the Lionesses between 1998 and 2013, will serve as technical advisor for the tournament starting on Saturday in Argentina."Her vast experience of international football and the knowledge she has from working with Fifa will be invaluable," said England U20s coach Ian Foster.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Brentford striker Toney facing worldwide ban

Brentford striker Ivan Toney would be blocked from any attempt to get around his eight-month football ban by joining a club outside England.Toney was suspended until January 2024 and fined £50,000 by an independent panel after admitting 232 breaches of Football Association betting rules.The ban, which the FA will enforce, only applies in England.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Two mass brawls and four red cards in chaotic final

Two mass brawls broke out and four players were sent off in a chaotic men's football final at the Southeast Asian Games.Indonesia beat Thailand 5-2 after extra time in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.Fighting broke out between the teams' benches after Thailand scored a stoppage-time equaliser and again when Indonesia took a 3-2 lead in the first minute of extra time.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Forest fined for pitch invasion against Blades

Nottingham Forest have been fined £50,000 for a pitch invasion following their Championship play-off semi-final win over Sheffield United last season.Forest won the match on penalties in May 2022 but Blades striker Billy Sharp was knocked to the ground by a fan when crowds ran on to the City Ground pitch.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

How to watch the Women's FA Cup final on the BBC

Venue: Wembley Stadium Date: 14 May Kick-off: 14:30 BST Coverage: Watch live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website & app; listen on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra; follow live text & watch highlights on BBC Sport website & app

Chelsea will face Women's Super League rivals Manchester United in the FA Cup final at a sold-out Wembley Stadium on Sunday - and the match will be live on BBC One.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Wolves charged by FA over homophobic chants

Wolves have been charged by the Football Association for failing to control fans at a match disrupted by homophobic chants.Three arrests were made for alleged homophobic chanting when Wolves beat Chelsea at Molineux last month.Supporters were told over the PA system during the game that "discriminatory behaviour and chants" were not tolerated.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Accrington's Clark charged with betting rule breach

Accrington Stanley defender Mitch Clark has been charged with misconduct in relation to alleged breaches of betting rules by the Football Association.The charge for the 24-year-old relates to the alleged placing of 312 bets on football matches between 8 February 2022 and 10 March 2023.Clark made 49 appearances for Stanley during the 2022-23 season as they were relegated from League One.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Klopp regrets headlines created by Tierney remarks

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he regrets the headlines created by his comments about referee Paul Tierney after Sunday's 4-3 win over Tottenham.Klopp said Tierney appears to have something "against" his team after he was shown a yellow card for celebrating in front of the fourth official.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Klopp should be banned for behaviour, says Sutton

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp should be handed a touchline ban for his behaviour during Sunday's match against Tottenham, says Chris Sutton."For the way he acted on the touchline, he should be banned from the technical area," Sutton said."I don't think a fine is enough.He's got previous."
BBC Sport
11 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Arsenal and Villa staff members charged by FA

Members of the Arsenal and Aston Villa backroom teams have been charged by the Football Association with improper conduct for their behaviour after the Gunners' 4-2 victory in February.Villa head of performance analysis Victor Manas and Arsenal technical analyst coach Miguel Molina have both been charged for two incidents.
BBC Sport
11 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Fifa removes Indonesia as hosts of U20 World Cup

Fifa has stripped Indonesia of hosting rights for the Under-20 World Cup.The decision follows the cancellation of the official draw for the tournament, which was due to be held in Bali last Friday.The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) said Fifa was forced to cancel the draw after Bali's governor Wayan Koster refused to host the Israeli team.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FA condemns England fan with offensive Maradona flag

A fan who travelled to Naples for England's Euro 2024 qualifier with Italy with an offensive banner about Diego Maradona has had their ticket cancelled by the Football Association.The fixture is being played Napoli's Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, where the Argentina legend played 257 times and won two league titles.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Man Utd charged by FA over Fulham cup conduct

Manchester United have been charged with improper conduct for surrounding the referee during Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final victory over Fulham.United players approached referee Chris Kavanagh amid the 71st-minute incident that saw Fulham's Aleksandar Mitrovic, Willian and boss Marco Silva sent off.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

National League strike over contracts 'possible'

National League players might strike over changes made by the Football Association to contracts for next season, Oldham's Peter Clarke has said.New conditions see injured non-league players only paid in full for 12 weeks.Clubs can then reduce wages to statutory sick pay - £99.35 a week - until they are fit, or up to 28 weeks.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Wolves' Nunes avoids ban as red card overturned

Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes has avoided a three-match ban after his red card in Saturday's 4-2 home defeat by Leeds was overturned by the Football Association.The unused substitute was dismissed for remonstrating with officials after Rodrigo's late goal for the visitors.Wolves felt it should have been disallowed for a foul in the build-up by Marc Roca on Adama Traore.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
Arsenal

Fulham's Mitrovic charged over Man U incidents

Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic is facing a lengthy ban after the Football Association said the standard punishment for his dismissal during their 3-1 FA Cup quarterfinal defeat by Manchester United would be "clearly insufficient".Fulham coach Marco Silva was also charged by the FA on Monday.
BBC News
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Welsh football: FAW members suspended for inappropriate behaviour

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Three male members of the Football Association of Wales (FAW) have been suspended in the past 10 months after allegations of inappropriate behaviour.They were suspended from the FAW council, which is made up of 36 members representing local clubs, leagues and area associations across Wales.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Mental health

Footballers 50% more likely to develop dementia, study finds

Footballers are 50% more likely to develop dementia than the rest of the population, a study has found, fuelling calls to restrict rules around heading the ball in football.Researchers from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, published in the Lancet Public Health journal today, compared the health records of 6,000 elite footballers and more than 56,000 non-footballers between 1924 and 2019.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'I don't know on what basis we wouldn't pick Toney'

England manager Gareth Southgate says he had no reason to not pick Ivan Toney in his squad this month's Euro 2024 qualifiers against Italy and Ukraine, despite the fact the Brentford striker faces a potential ban having accepted breaking Football Association betting rules.Southgate noted Toney is still playing for his club and that there has been no "trial" or "judgement" so far.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
Paris Saint-Germain

Toney named in England squad; TAA, Sterling out

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Gareth Southgate has dropped Raheem Sterling and Trent Alexander-Arnold for his latest England squad but included Ivan Toney despite the Brentford striker awaiting the outcome of a Football Association (FA) in to alleged betting breaches.Southgate named a 25-man squad on Thursday for Euro 2024 qualifiers away to Italy and at home against Ukraine later this month.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Southgate calls up striker Toney to England squad

England manager Gareth Southgate has picked striker Ivan Toney in his squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Italy and Ukraine this month.Brentford's Toney, 27, is the second-highest English goalscorer in the Premier League this season with 16 goals, behind Tottenham's Harry Kane.However, he is facing a potential ban from the game having accepted breaking Football Association betting rules.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Lewes players call for equal FA Cup prize money

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Championship club Lewes have called for equal prize money in the men's and women's FA Cups.Lewes, who face Manchester United live on the BBC in the women's quarter-finals on Sunday, have earned £45,000 from winning three games.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Summanen charged as Toone red card overturned

Tottenham's Eveliina Summanen has been charged with deceiving a match official in an incident that led to Manchester United's Ella Toone being sent off.Toone had her red card overturned on Wednesday and is available for Manchester United's next three games.The England midfielder was sent off late on in United's 2-1 win on Sunday after appearing to hit out at Summanen.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Lionesses hunt more silverware at Arnold Clark Cup

Having claimed a historic first Euros title last year, England begin their preparations to take on the world whey they host this month's Arnold Clark Cup for the second time.Last year's inaugural tournament was won by the Lionesses , and this year will serve as valuable preparation for summer's 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FA investigating after objects thrown at De Bruyne

The Football Association has launched an investigation after Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne had objects thrown at him during their 3-1 win at Arsenal on Wednesday evening.The midfielder was targeted while he was walking around the pitch after being substituted late on.Referee Anthony Taylor is believed to have mentioned it in his match report.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Liverpool and Everton charged over confrontation

Liverpool and Everton have both been charged by the Football Association following a "mass confrontation" during Monday night's Merseyside derby.The FA said both clubs failed to ensure their players "conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour".
ESPN.com
1 year ago
FC Barcelona

FA charges teams in Merseyside derby dust-up

Liverpool and Everton have been charged by the Football Association following a "mass confrontation" between their players during Monday's Merseyside derby in the Premier League.The incident took place in the 86th minute of the match, which Liverpool won 2-0 at Anfield.
- Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford and Liverpool defender Andy Robertson were both booked after a clash near the touchline before the incident escalated, with a number of players and substitutes from both teams getting involved.
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