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Brazil protests to FIFA over racism against under-20 player

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 - 11:26 GMT

Insults were directed at Renan as he left the pitch at the Ciudad de la Plata stadium in Argentina where Brazil beat Tunisia 4-1 in the tournament's Round of 16, CBF said.

FIFA launches new Technical Leadership Diploma

Tue, 16 May 2023 - 11:09 GMT

Twenty-four participants from member associations and confederations across the globe came together at the Brazilian FA (CBF) Training Centre for the first block of the unique Level 6 qualification.

Bility loses appeal as CAS upholds 10-year ban imposed by Fifa

Sat, 06 May 2023 - 01:30 GMT

The appeal was dismissed and the decision of the Adjudicatory Chamber of the Ethics Committee on 12 February 2019 was confirmed.

Build a stadium, FIFA's Infantino urges Kyrgyzstan

Sat, 06 May 2023 - 12:52 GMT

"It is very important, symbolic, but crucial for the development, so, we will bring more international games to Kyrgyzstan, and you will shine on the Asian stage and on the global stage."

FIFA and World Trade Organization look to build on collaboration

Wed, 03 May 2023 - 09:28 GMT

Gianni Infantino and World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said that they are looking to expand their partnership and help the economic empowerment of women.

European Leagues concerned by FIFA's changes to tournament formats

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 - 07:01 GMT

Ahead of its Congress in Kigali, Rwanda, FIFA said on Tuesday that 48 teams will play in the next World Cup and that there will be 32 teams in the Club World Cup to be played every four years from June, 2025.

Adriana Lima named as FIFA Global Fan Ambassador

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 - 12:42 GMT

Adriana Lima: “I am thankful and honoured...to be the first (FIFA) Global Fan Ambassador”

FIFA Women’s World Cup™️ Trophy Tour is ‘Going Beyond’ to inspire global excitement

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 - 05:04 GMT

The FIFA Women’s World Cup™️ Trophy Tour begins this month and will visit all 32 of the tournament’s participating nations – more countries than ever before.

Messi shortlisted for FIFA's The Best Award with Mbappe and Benzema

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 - 12:26 GMT

Messi could win his second The Best trophy after leading Argentina to their third World Cup title by beating Mbappe's France in last year's final in Qatar, scoring seven goals during the tournament and earning his second Golden ball.

FIFA bans four Uruguay players for World Cup chaos

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 - 07:46 GMT

FIFA launched proceedings against the players who angrily harangued the referee after crashing out of the tournament in Qatar, despite beating Ghana 2-0 in their final group match on Dec. 2.

Organisers target record viewership at 2023 Women's World Cup - Australia FA boss

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 - 07:41 GMT

A FIFA report published in 2019 said 1.12 billion viewers tuned into the 2019 Women's World Cup in France.

FIFA publishes Global Transfer Report 2022 with all-time record-setting numbers

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 - 04:43 GMT

There were 20,209 international transfers in men’s professional football in 2022, representing an increase of 11.6% compared to 2021 and even exceeding the levels of 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic.

FIFA President visits Algeria as Nelson Mandela Stadium is inaugurated

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 - 08:31 GMT

The inauguration ceremony of the 40,000-seater stadium took place a day in advance of the opening game of the African Nations Championship (CHAN).

FIFA President Infantino lands in Algeria for CHAN opener

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 - 02:29 GMT

The Chan, Africa's second nations flagship tournament reserved solely for players plying their trade in their domestic championships.

FIFA's Infantino shows support for Umtiti, Banda after racist abuse

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 - 10:12 GMT

Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport reported the match was paused for several minutes while an announcement was made in the stadium calling for the chants to be stopped.

No decision on Russia's potential switch to Asian confederation - RFU head

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 - 10:44 GMT

Both UEFA and global football's governing body FIFA had decided in February that all Russian teams - whether national or club sides - would be suspended from participation in their competitions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Super league project still very much alive, says CEO of A22

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 - 11:49 GMT

soccer governing bodies UEFA and FIFA won the backing of an adviser to Europe's top court on a case brought by the advocates of the European Super League who want to challenge their monopoly on tournaments.

FIFA to introduce enhanced football intelligence at FIFA World Cup 2022™️

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 - 09:10 GMT

Every match will have its own unique set of in-match and post-match enhanced football intelligence visuals presented as augmented reality and traditional graphics.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino on FWWC TV rights

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 - 02:18 GMT

“We are in the process of commercialising this Women’s World Cup. In terms of the preparation, everything is well on track. Beautiful stadiums, beautiful venues. We started the ticketing sales, great numbers as well.

Infantino : FIFA is committed to protecting the integrity of the game in a spirit of solidarity and transparency

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 - 02:06 GMT

The FIFA Council approved the FIFA Clearing House Regulations, a major step in safeguarding transparency and accountability in the global transfer system.

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