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Wales withdraw support for Gianni Infantino’s FIFA re-election bid
Wales have become the first country to publicly withdraw their support for Gianni Infantino’s bid to remain as FIFA president.…
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Football
Uefa Says It Has Lost Confidence in Infantino as Fifa Fallout Grows
Uefa has said it has lost confidence in Gianni Infantino’s leadership of Fifa as the row over the governing body’s…
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NEWS
FIFA scraps Controversial World Cup Investment Plan after Global Backlash
FIFA has officially abandoned its controversial proposal to sell minority stakes in its competitions to private investors following widespread opposition…
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FIFA World Cup
European Nations Threaten World Cup Boycott Over FIFA Investment Plan
European football’s 55 member associations have voted to boycott future FIFA World Cups if the world football governing body goes…
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Off the Pitch
FIFA Offers Member Nations $40m to Back New Commercial Plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has written to all 211 member associations, offering each of them up to $40 million if…
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NEWS
AFA warns of Legal Action over False Media Reports
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) says it is considering legal action against media outlets after denying reports that president Claudio…
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Football
La Liga President Calls for FIFA Boss Gianni Infantino to Step Down
La Liga president Javier Tebas has called on FIFA president Gianni Infantino to step down, saying the world football governing…
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FIFA 2026
World Cup Winners to receive Championship Rings for the First Time
FIFA has officially announced that the winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will receive championship rings for the first…
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FIFA World Cup
FIFA Rejects Claims of Referee Bias in Favour of Argentina at 2026 World Cup
FIFA’s chief refereeing officer, Pierluigi Collina, has strongly dismissed allegations that match officials have been favouring Argentina during the 2026…
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FIFA World Cup
UEFA Slams FIFA Over Balogun Ban Reversal Ahead of Belgium Clash
European football’s governing body, UEFA, has strongly criticised FIFA after the world football body decided not to enforce Folarin Balogun’s…
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FIFA World Cup
FIFA Seeks Explanation Over VAR Official Shaun Evans’ Hand Gesture at World Cup
FIFA has asked for an explanation after a hand gesture made by video assistant referee Shaun Evans before Germany’s 7-1…
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NEWS
Davido to Perform at FIFA 2026 Countdown Concert
Davido is set to perform at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert in Los Angeles on June 10. The…
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Football
FIFA Considers New Rule to Give More Chances to Young Academy Players
FIFA is reportedly considering a new rule that could change how football clubs select their teams, including clubs in the…
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Women's Football
FIFA clears Afghan Women Team return to International Football
FIFA has approved the return of the Afghanistan women’s national football team to international competition. This will be their first…
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Football
FIFA’s new Coaching Rule gets mixed Reaction from Women Coaches
A new rule from FIFA requiring women to be included on coaching staff in women’s competitions is being welcomed, but…
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Football
FIFA Introduces New Rules to Boost Female Coaches in Women’s Football
FIFA has announced new rules requiring all teams in its women’s tournaments to have a female head coach or assistant…
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9ja Flavour
NFF to Appeal FIFA Decision After DR Congo Petition Dismissal
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) says it will appeal after FIFA Disciplinary Committee dismissed its petition against the Democratic Republic…
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World Cup qualifiers
FIFA Interview Suggests DR Congo Confirmed as Africa’s Representative in 2026 World Cup Play-off
FIFA has published an interview with Sébastien Desabre that strongly suggests DR Congo national football team are firmly recognised as…
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Women's Football
Arsenal Women win women’s Champions Cup
Arsenal Women has won the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup after defeating Corinthians 3–2 in extra time on Sunday, February 1.…
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Super Eagles
How FIFA Ruling Disrupts Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 Preparations
Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been disrupted after a late directive from FIFA forced the…
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AFCON
FIFA adjusts AFCON 2025 Players release Window
FIFA has confirmed a major adjustment ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, and it is already sparking debate.…
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Football
FIFA Accused of Favouring Cristiano Ronaldo With Latest Decision
Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley has criticised FIFA for allowing Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo to play in the opening match…
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World Cup qualifiers
FIFA Official Confirms Wan-Bissaka Was Eligible to Play for DR Congo in Playoff Win Over Nigeria
A FIFA official has dismissed rumours that DR Congo could be disqualified for fielding Aaron Wan-Bissaka in the 2025 CAF…
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9ja Flavour
NSC Boss Shehu Dikko Clears Air on FIFA Fund and Kebbi Mini-Stadium Project
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, has denied claims of financial misconduct involving the Nigeria Football…
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9ja Flavour
Nigeria Strengthens Presence in FIFA as Four Top Officials Secure Key Roles
Nigeria has taken another major step into the global football leadership circle, with four of its leading administrators appointed to…
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World Cup qualifiers
FIFA Probes South Africa Over Ineligible Player in World Cup Qualifier
FIFA has opened disciplinary action against the South African Football Association (SAFA) and midfielder Teboho Mokoena for using an ineligible…
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World Cup qualifiers
World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa Avoid FIFA Sanction Over Mokoena Eligibility Case
FIFA has released its latest list of disciplinary actions from the 2026 World Cup qualifiers — and South Africa is…
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Super Falcons
FIFA Celebrates Super Falcons After Historic 10th WAFCON Title
FIFA, the world football body, has praised the Super Falcons of Nigeria for winning their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of…
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Football
FIFA to Trial Referee Body Cameras and New Time-Wasting Rule at Club World Cup
FIFA has announced that referees at this year’s Club World Cup will wear body cameras as part of a new…
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Football
Why FIFA Suspended the Pakistan and Congo Football Associations
FIFA has suspended the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) and the Congolese Football Association (FECOFOOT) due to violations of FIFA’s rules.…
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