FIFA cancelling World Cup ‘Pride Match’ is inevitable after Egypt demand, unfortunate draw
The World Cup draw put FIFA, Egypt, Iran and Seattle in a really difficult position, with the tournament’s ‘Pride Match’ surely set for a change…
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Examining every word of self-titled ‘man of the people’ Rio Ferdinand on World Cup tickets
Having to sell an organ to buy a ticket? Don’t worry about it Rio Ferdinand says, everything is part of the plan.
Why FIFA president Gianni Infantino is far scarier than Sepp Blatter ever was
Gianni Infantino has ascended from UEFA to FIFA top boss and his willingness to get in bed with anyone should be a concern for every football fan.
Premier League threatens Club World Cup boycott as FIFA face U-turn over illegal proposal
The Premier League has joined forces with football’s top leagues to threaten FIFA with a boycott of their illegal Club World Cup.
FIFA have split up with EA, but Infantino is not the controller the gaming community needs
FIFA are going their own way in gaming after having split up with EA. But what comes next? Because producing triple-A games from the ground up is expensive.
England given ‘absolute joke’ referee against France as FIFA punishment for ‘moaning’, says Gullit
Our ‘moaning’ led FIFA to put Wilton Sampaio in charge of the quarter-final defeat to France, according to Ruud Gullit. The English media ‘never learn’.
FIFA in ‘legal disputes’ with Qatar’s World Cup organisers – relations turn sour after ‘last-minute U-turn’
According to reports, FIFA are ’embroiled in a series of legal disputes’ with Qatar’s World Cup organisers and relations are now at an ‘all-time low’.
FIFA ‘adamantly’ deny painting pitches green as England players complain of ‘strange stains’
FIFA have reportedly ‘adamantly’ denied that bare patches on pitches have been covered with paint following complaints from teams at the World Cup.
Neville slams ‘rogue’ FIFA and asks why footballers have so many political responsibilities
Neville was not surprised to see FIFA’s short-notice threats to England if they wore the OneLove armband in their World Cup opener.
Germany engage in team photo protest as DFB look into legality of OneLove ban by FIFA
Germany were one of seven nations set to wear the OneLove armband before the ban, but won’t be silenced. Good for them.
Denmark ready to leave FIFA after ’emergency meeting’ with England in OneLove call to arms
The Danish FA wants a “dialogue” with other UEFA nations over the possibility of leaving FIFA after an “emergency meeting” at the England hotel.
Van Gaal insists it’s ‘crystal clear’ FIFA must be questioned over OneLove armbands
The Netherlands were one of seven European nations who dropped plans to wear the rainbow-coloured ‘OneLove’ bands.
FA prepared to support Infantino re-election bid if FIFA backs support for Qatari workers
The Football Association is understood to have indicated its support for Gianni Infantino’s re-election as FIFA president next year.
‘Well, this is awkward’ – Budweiser reacts as FIFA ban beer at World Cup stadiums
Qatar, the hosts, are concerned about the impact of alcohol sales on fans attending matches for whom drinking is not part of the culture.
Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini to stand trial in June over fraud charge
The trial at the Swiss Federal Criminal Court in Bellinzona is due to begin on June 8 and is listed until June 22.
Russia suspended from all FIFA, UEFA competitions
Russia will not play again until “football can again be a vector for unity and peace amongst people”.
Longer half-time breaks? FIFA have been here before…
IFAB are looking at more suggestions for changes to the laws of the game, but how much reporting is rabble-rousing against FIFA?
FIFA punish Hungary for fans racist behavior versus England
Sterling and Bellingham were targeted with monkey chants during England’s match on September 2 in Budapest.
FIFA claims majority of fans in favour of biennial World Cup
FIFA have done a survey and the youngsters have spoken…
Pundit urges Prem clubs to ‘put FIFA to the test’ amid player bans
“They’ve either got to stick on their position or you’ve got to back down… I’d put FIFA to the test.”
Infantino denies FIFA collusion with ESL clubs
“To listen/speak with some clubs doesn’t mean that FIFA was colluding, was plotting, (on) any ESL project.”
ESL clubs ‘shocked’ by FIFA stance after being ‘on board’ with plans
Gianni Infantino held discussions with the ESL clubs prior to the announcement of the breakaway league…
Infantino: FIFA ‘strongly disapproves’ of European Super League
FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks the 12 clubs involved in the ESL ‘need to assume responsibility’ for their actions.
Infantino promises ‘bullet-proof’ 2030 World Cup bidding
Infantino says he is “very happy about the interest of Mr Boris Johnson to host a World Cup.”
FIFA threatens World Cup ban for players in Super League
Reports of a Super League involving Europe’s top clubs resurfaced last year. This is a big moment.
FIFA issues ‘criminal mismanagement’ complaint against Blatter
Blatter announced his resignation from the FIFA presidency in 2015 after 17 years in the role.
Greg Clarke quits FIFA, UEFA roles in wake of FA resignation
Clarke resigned as Football Association chairman on Tuesday evening after making a series of offensive remarks.
English clubs outspend Spain and Italy combined in $1.25bn window
The number of international transfers in the summer window declined for the first time in a decade.
Shaka Hislop: FIFA,UEFA put balance sheets above tackling racism
The former West Ham keeper is honorary president of Show Racism the Red Card.
FIFA releasing £121m to struggling national associations
FIFA is releasing around 150 million US dollars (£121million) to its struggling national associations.