Tag: FIFA
FIFA to deploy semi-automatic offside technology at Qatar World Cup
FIFA said it will use semi-automatic offside technology at the November to December World Cup to make video assistant decisions…
FIFA extends suspension of Russia, Ukraine contracts
The special rule was introduced on March 7, within two weeks of Russia invading Ukraine, initially to June 30 this…
JUST IN: FIFA hammers Nigeria over Abuja Stadium invasion
Hundreds of fans had invaded the stadium after Ghana held Nigeria to a 1-1 draw and qualified for the world…
FIFA president Infantino sends message to Putin amid Russia ban
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has called on Russian leader Vladimir Putin to engage in dialogue and stop the war in…
FIFA postpones Ukraine’s World Cup qualifier against Scotland
The match between Scotland and Ukraine ... will now be postponed to the existing June window, and consequently, the match…
Russia blows hot over suspension by FIFA, UEFA
Russian and Belarusian athletes will not have their flags or anthems at events organised by World Taekwondo, which will no…
FIFA, UEFA give Russia the biggest blow
Russia were due to play Poland in a World Cup qualifying play-off semi-final on March 24, and could have gone…
FIFA bans international games in Russia, no flag or anthem allowed
World football’s governing body FIFA has decided that no international competition shall be played in Russia, with home matches being…
Kenya dares FIFA by sacking FKF, arresting boss Mwendwa
Kenyan police said they had arrested the head of the national football federation on Friday after the body was dissolved…
How Nigeria can host FIFA competitions: Infantino
Infantino said FIFA was ready to work more closely with Nigeria to develop the game and host more grade A…
FIFA rubbishes NFF record on Ahmed Musa’s caps
According to the world football governing body, Musa has featured for Nigeria in 98 games
FIFA tags as crazy Brazil, Argentina match postponement
Infantino, in a video address to the European Club Association's general assembly, said the situation was a reminder of the…
Guinea coup: FIFA, CAF postpone Guinea, Morocco match
CAF issued a statement on Sunday, anchoring the decision on the coup d'etat in Guinea.
FIFA vows to sanction Hungary for racist abuse against England players
FIFA’s regulations provide for offenders to be deducted points, ordered to play behind closed doors and even expelled from competitions.
$48.5 billion spent on transfer fees: FIFA
FIFA has published a report on international transfers in the men’s game during the 2011-2020 period.
FIFA bans Italian club Spezia for signing Nigerian minors
FIFA has banned Serie A club Spezia from four transfer windows, starting in January next year, after breaching rules by…
Samson Siasia: CAS cancels FIFA life ban
Former Super Eagles player and Nigerian national team coach, Samson Siasia has got some reprieve on the life ban imposed…
Buhari says Pinnick’s position in FIFA beneficial for Nigeria
President Muhamamdu Buhari said that the membership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick, into the FIFA Council…
FIFA suspends Pakistan, Chad football federations
World football ruling body FIFA has suspended the national federations of Pakistan and Chad with immediate effect. FIFA said on…
FIFA opens regional office in Brazzaville
The fifth FIFA Regional Development Office in Africa has been opened in Brazzaville, the capital of the Republic of the…
Pinnick cleared to contest in FIFA Council elections
President of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) Amaju Pinnick has been cleared by FIFA to contest in the FIFA Council…
FIFA threatens players in any breakaway league with ban
FIFA has issued a warning that players who take part in a so-called “European super league” for the continent’s biggest…
FIFA to finance construction of Technical Centre in Mali
The International Football Federation (FIFA) will finance the construction of a technical centre, at Kabala, near the Malian capital, Bamako,…
Blatter slams FIFA criminal complaint over $500m museum
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has denied an allegation of criminal mismanagement in connection with a $500million museum undertaken under…
Marseille urge FIFA to retire no.10 shirt Diego Maradona
Marseille manager, Andres Villas-Boas, has called on the world football governing body FIFA, to retire the no.10 shirt in honour…
Ronaldo, Messi nominated again for 2020 best FIFA player
FIFA on Wednesday unveiled nominees for the 2020 best football player award. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi who are regulars…
FIFA unveils nominees for seven individual awards (Full List)
FIFA has revealed the candidates shortlisted for seven of the individual trophies that will be presented at The Best FIFA…
Two Nigerian referees selected for Women’s World Cup
The world football governing body, FIFA has pre-selected two Nigerian referees to officiate at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, which…
FIFA to introduce maternity leave for women players
FIFA is to introduce new regulations to protect the rights of women players, including mandatory maternity leave, the world football…
FIFA Vice-President, Greg Clarke resigns
Former Football Association (FA) chairman Greg Clarke has resigned his role as FIFA Vice-President. His resignation comes two days after…