FIFA president threatens World Cup blackout in Europe
The president of world football governing body FIFA, Gianni Infantino has threatened to not broadcast the Women’s World Cup in five European countries if TV companies do not improve their…
South Africa bids to host 2027 Women’s World Cup
Football’s world governing body FIFA has announced that it has received four bids to host the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands launched a joint bid,…
FIFA increases club payments for 2026 & 2030 World Cups
World governing body of football FIFA has increased its payments to clubs for the release of players for each of the next two men’s World Cups to £298.74m. For proper…
La Liga criticizes FIFA for changes in tournament formats
A statement from Spain’s La Liga has criticised FIFA for a complete disregard for the football community with its World Cup and Club World Cup plans. The world governing body…
Morocco replaces Ukraine in joint 2030 World Cup bid
Morocco have joined Spain and Portugal in a three-way bid to host the 2030 Fifa World Cup according to a letter read by the country’s sport minister. Ukraine, who were…
FIFA approves access list for expanded Club World Cup
FIFA has approved the access list for the 32-team FIFA Club World Cup which will now take place every four years from June 2025. Teams who win their confederation’s top…
FIFA switches group format for 2026 World Cup
The world governing body of football, FIFA has announced a switch in the format for the expanded 2026 World Cup back to four-team groups. The 2026 edition set to be…
FIFA Best Player awards top three nominees list released
The top three nominees for the male and female categories of the 2022 FIFA Best Player awards have been unveiled with Arsenal forward Beth Mead and PSG star Lionel Messi…
Al Ahly set for action as Club World Cup draws are made
Egyptian giants Al Ahly, who are ten-time champions of Africa, have been drawn against New Zealanders Auckland City in the only first round tie of the Club World Cup. Victory…
FIFA Best Awards 2022 nominees unveiled
The 14 finalists for the men’s category of the FIFA Best Players award has been announced with World Cup-winning duo of Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez making the cut alongside…