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Brazil to host 2027 Women's World Cup as Gaza overshadows FIFA meeting
AFP · 2 weeks ago
The Women's World Cup will take place in South America for the first time after Brazil was chosen to host the 2027 edition at a FIFA congress Friday marked by debate about the war in Gaza.
Premier League in the US? FIFA weighs allowing overseas games
AFP · 2 weeks ago
FIFA is to consider allowing domestic leagues to play matches overseas, opening the door to money-spinning English Premier League or Spanish La Liga clashes being staged in the United States, the Middle East or Asia.
FIFA meets to award 2027 Women's World Cup under Gaza cloud
AFP · 2 weeks ago
Football's world governing body FIFA will decide the hosts for the 2027 Women's World Cup at its congress in Bangkok on Friday, where the war in Gaza will also rear its head.
Five years after 13-0 World Cup mauling, Thai women look to future
AFP · 2 weeks ago
Thai women's goalkeeper Sukanya Chor Charoenying will never forget her World Cup debut five years ago -- a record 13-0 defeat to the USA.
FIFA deny 'imposing' 2025 Club World Cup schedule
AFP · 2 weeks ago
FIFA on Friday strenuously denied "imposing" its scheduling for the 2025 Club World Cup amid the threat of legal action from leagues and unions.
FIFA claim Club World Cup schedule 'harmonious' as legal threat looms
AFP · 3 weeks ago
Warned of legal action over their plans for the 2025 Club World Cup, FIFA said Thursday they would guarantee player welfare in a harmonious schedule.
US, Mexico withdraw joint bid for 2027 Women's World Cup: official
AFP · 1 month ago
The United States and Mexico withdrew their joint bid for the 2027 Women's World Cup on Monday, just weeks before FIFA is due to vote to award the tournament at a meeting in Bangkok.
Saudi oil giant Aramco agrees major FIFA sponsorship deal
AFP · 1 month ago
Saudi Arabia's state oil giant Aramco and world football governing body FIFA on Thursday announced a major sponsorship agreement until the end of 2027.
Spanish govt to 'oversee' scandal-hit football federation
AFP · 1 month ago
The Spanish government decided Thursday to create a commission to 'oversee' the country's scandal-hit football federation (RFEF) and try to pull it out of crisis.
Former Chelsea boss negotiating to become new boss for a national team
Live Soccer TV · 1 month ago
Frank Lampard has been out of a job since May 2023, when the Blues decided to part ways with him after only one win in eleven matches.
Messi reveals what he would have done if Argentina failed to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup
Live Soccer TV · 2 months ago
In an unexpected podcast appearance, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner opened up about his Qatar 2022 success and his inevitable retirement from the beautiful game.
UEFA president Ceferin won't seek re-election in 2027
AFP · 3 months ago
Aleksander Ceferin said Thursday he would not seek a fourth term as UEFA president in 2027 despite the approval of controversial reforms that would enable him to extend his mandate.
UEFA president Ceferin says won't stand for re-election in 2027
AFP · 3 months ago
Aleksander Ceferin said Thursday he would not seek a fourth term as UEFA president in 2027 despite the approval of controversial reforms that would enable him to extend his mandate.
2026 World Cup final set to be held in New York on July 19
Live Soccer TV · 3 months ago
Despite initial reports, the venue currently known as MetLife Stadium will host the most important match of the quadrennial competition.
Mexico City will host the opening match of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Live Soccer TV · 3 months ago
The legendary Azteca Stadium will become the first stadium in history to host opening games for three different editions of the tournament.
FIFA to reveal World Cup final venue
AFP · 3 months ago
FIFA will announce which city will host the final of the 2026 World Cup when they unveil schedule details for the first ever 48-team tournament on Sunday.
Record $9.63 billion spent on 2023 transfers - FIFA
AFP · 4 months ago
Football clubs worldwide spent a record $9.63 billion (8.88 billion euros) on international transfers last year, surpassing the previous record set in 2019 by more than $2 billion, according to a FIFA report published Tuesday.
Rubiales three-year ban for World Cup kiss confirmed by FIFA
AFP · 4 months ago
Disgraced former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales will be banned from the game for three years, world football governing body FIFA confirmed Friday after rejecting his appeal.
FIFA's Infantino condemns 'abhorrent' racism during games in Italy, England
AFP · 4 months ago
FIFA president Gianni Infantino called for worldwide stadium bans for fans and "automatic forfeits"
Casillas slams The Best FIFA Football Awards after Messi beat Haaland to The Best Men's Player prize
Live Soccer TV · 4 months ago
The Real Madrid icon took to X (formerly Twitter) to air his dissatisfaction after seeing the Argentine ace win the coveted prize ahead of Man City's treble-winning striker.
