File image of Kylian Mbappe.© Reuters FIFPRO Europe and European Leagues have released a joint statement stating their intentions to file a complaint with the European Commission against FIFA over the match calendar. “The international match calendar is now beyond saturation and has become unsustainable for national leagues and a risk for the health of […]
FIFA Says Opening Probe Into Argentina Players' Racist Chants
FIFA said on Wednesday it was opening an investigation into racist chants by Argentina players after they won the Copa America. “FIFA is aware of a video circulating on social media and the incident is being looked into,” a spokesperson for world football’s governing body said. They added: “FIFA strongly condemns any form of discrimination […]
Copa America Hosts USA Labelled 'Embarrassment', Doubts Cast Over 2026 FIFA World Cup
The chaotic scenes at the Copa America final have raised serious questions for the organizers of the 2026 World Cup which will be held in North America. The start of Sunday’s final between Colombia and Argentina at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium was delayed by 82 minutes as overwhelmed security struggled to process the safe entry […]
“I Don't Need To Commit To 2026 FIFA World Cup”: Lionel Messi Ahead Of 2024 Copa America
World champions Argentina get an expanded Copa America under way on Thursday with Lionel Messi looking to add a second continental title in what is almost certainly his final appearance in the tournament. The 108-year-old competition is being held in the United States with the host nation among six teams from the CONCACAF region joining […]
“Injustice”: India Coach Fumes As Controversial Goal Ends Team's FIFA World Cup Dream
India football coach Igor Stimac said “injustice” was done and his team’s “dream was killed” by the blatantly “irregular” goal that allowed Qatar to claw back and clinch the must-win World Cup qualifying match in Doha. India suffered a 1-2 defeat at the home of the two-time Asian champions to bow out of contention from […]