FIFA

More trouble for Infantino’s re-election bid? Jordan accuses FIFA chief of ‘blackmail’

The fresh controversy comes close on the heels of top FIFA officials Arsene Wenger and Mattias Grafstrom distancing themselves from Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan

It's official: FIFA scraps World Cup stake sale plans

A FIFA statement, attributed to Infantino, conceded that the proposal to create a commercial entity to run the World Cup and other tournaments, 20 per cent of which would be sold to private investors, was divisive and dead in the water

Explainer | World Cup for sale? Why UEFA, CONCACAF rejected FIFA’s proposal

In response to FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan, the UEFA has threatened a complete boycott of all FIFA competitions, putting future tournaments in danger

‘No shame’: Messi under fire for attempt to get Marc Cucurella sent off over split-second mouth covering in World Cup final

Lionel Messi is being criticised on social media after he made desperate attempted to get Marc Cucurella penalized for a alleged FIFA rule violation

Neymar ruled out of FIFA World Cup 2026 opener due to injury: What is a grade 2 calf strain?

Brazilian football star Neymar has been ruled out of upcoming friendlies after scans confirmed a Grade 2 calf strain, raising fresh concerns over his fitness ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026

Germany FIFA World Cup QUIZ: Think you know Die Mannschaft? Prove it by taking this test!

Here is a real test of your German football knowledge, as it is designed to separate casual fans from true Die Mannschaft experts

Brazil World Cup QUIZ: The ultimate knowledge test to prove you are a true Canarinho-Samba Boy!

Can you ace this Brazil World Cup quiz designed for true fans? Take it to self-evaluate how much do you really know about Brazil’s football World Cup history

FIFA World Cup 2026 preview: Can Egypt change its 'unwanted' record this time?

Egypt have never won a game at the tournament in three previous appearances and Mohamed Salah is gearing up to change this unwanted record in what is likely his last World Cup

'I can't shake the hand of fascists': What happened when FIFA boss tried to settle Palestine-Israel feud on stage

Gianni Infantino failed spectacularly after he tried to make Palestinian Football Association president Jibril Rajoub shake the hands of Israel FA vice-president Basim Sheikh Suliman during the FIFA Congress in Vancouver

How Iran getting replaced would hamper the 2026 World Cup’s legitimacy

The World Cup has always been a political event dressed up in a football kit. But, if Iran is replaced this time, especially by the UAE, that would make it tougher to keep pretending

Will FIFA ban Iran if it boycott World Cup co-hosted by US? Here’s what is at stake for Mehdi Taremi’s team

U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran began last weekend with strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei

Sunil Chhetri leads players' appeal to FIFA to 'save Indian football' as ISL-AIFF standoff continues

A host of ISL players led by India captain Sunil Chhetri have appealed to FIFA to intervene in the ongoing AIFF-ISL standoff

How a 2026 World Cup match in Seattle became a flashpoint for LGBTQ+ rights

The Seattle World Cup Pride Match is scheduled to proceed despite formal objections from the Egyptian and Iranian football federations over its connection to LGBTQ+ rights

Why is FIFA chief Gianni Infantino facing flak after giving Donald Trump 'inaugural' Peace Prize?

Disgraced FIFA ex-president Sepp Blatter has been one of the harshest critics of Gianni Infantino's growing closeness with Donald Trump in recent times

What time is the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw?

EXPLAINED: How Lionel Messi's Argentina slipped below Lamine Yamal's Spain and Kylian Mbappe's France in latest FIFA rankings

After more than two years at the top, Lionel Messi's Argentina were displaced from the no.1 spot by Spain in the latest FIFA men's team rankings

How, where to watch FIFA Club World Cup 2025 in India? TV, OTT, streaming options explained for fans

Star Sports or Sonly Liv WILL NOT be able to live telecast FIFA Club World Cup 2025 taking place in the United States although the games will be available on FanCode

Here is why FIFA banned Pakistan from 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will see 104 matches being played across 16 cities in United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19

Corner kick for time-wasting! Football goalkeepers to be penalised for late release of balls!

Starting this summer, football goalkeepers can't hold on to the ball for more than eight seconds, the International Football Association Board said

It's official! FIFA World Cup 2034 is happening in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi bid was the only candidate and was acclaimed by the applause of more than 200 FIFA member federations while Spain, Portugal and Morocco will co-host a six-nation project in 2030

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Messi's Argentina suffer shocking loss; Vinicius misses penalty for Brazil

Argentina will remain on the top of the 10-team round robin competition with 22 points in 11 matches. Brazil are provisionally in third place in the standings with 17 points

'There is no blue card': FIFA boss nips 'revolutionary' IFAB proposal in the bud

Infantino saidthe introduction of blue cards go against the essence of football

Why FIFA has threatened to suspend Brazil

FIFA historically rejects govt and third-party interference in member associations

FIFA's rebooted Club World Cup: Boon or bane?

The tournament could spark a backlash from players and coaches

FIFA Women's rankings: Spain become numero uno for first time in history, USA second

England and Sweden are at 4th and 5th spots respectively