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August 19, 2025August 19, 2025

Diarra Restarts Legal Fight, Seeks £56m in Compensation from FIFA and Belgian FA

Former France international Lassana Diarra has reignited legal proceedings against FIFA and the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA), seeking £56 million in compensation over a long-standing contract dispute that has spanned more than a decade. The 40-year-old ex-midfielder, who won league

July 28, 2025July 28, 2025

FIFA Opens New Africa Regional Headquarters in Rabat

FIFA has officially launched its new African regional headquarters in Rabat, Morocco, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s efforts to strengthen its presence across the continent. Located within the state-of-the-art Mohammed VI Complex, the facility will serve as a key

July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

FIFA Club World Cup: Juventus Players Struggle with Brutal Miami Conditions in Defeat to Real Madrid

Juventus head coach Igor Tudor revealed that 10 of his players requested to be substituted during their 1-0 loss to Real Madrid in the FIFA Club World Cup round of 16, citing exhaustion due to tough playing conditions in Miami. A

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025

FIFA to Expand Women’s World Cup to 48 Teams Starting in 2031

FIFA has announced that the Women’s World Cup will expand from 32 to 48 teams beginning with the 2031 tournament, marking a significant milestone in the growth of the women’s game. The decision, approved unanimously by the FIFA Council, will introduce

March 6, 2025March 5, 2025

FIFA to Distribute Over $1 Billion to Clubs as Europe Nears Club World Cup Deal

FIFA is set to distribute more than $1 billion in revenue to clubs participating in the upcoming Club World Cup, as the European Club Association (ECA), representing major European clubs like Chelsea and Manchester City, nears an agreement. Sources have confirmed

October 14, 2024October 14, 2024

FIFA To Review Transfer System After Diarra Ruling

Fifa will hold a global consultation over potential changes to the transfer system after a court ruled some of its transfer rules break European Union laws. Earlier this month the European Court of Justice found in favour of former Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder

August 2, 2024August 2, 2024

Fifa Offers Calendar Talks To Angry Organisations

Fifa says it is happy to discuss the football calendar with the bodies threatening legal action. Last week the European Leagues, which represents 39 leagues in 33 countries, and global players' union Fifpro announced the action over what they say is Fifa's

May 15, 2024May 15, 2024

FIFA Unveils Women’s Club World Cup In 2026

Get ready for a new chapter in women's club football! FIFA has officially confirmed the launch of the Women's Club World Cup, set to kick off in January and February of 2026. This prestigious tournament will feature 16 teams and take

December 1, 2023December 1, 2023

Ghana Drop To 61st In FIFA Ranking, Comoros Reach New High

Ghana has dropped to 61st in the latest FIFA ranking following their recent performances over the November international break. Ghana remains out of Africa’s top ten sitting in 11th position behind Burkina Faso. The Black Stars beat Madagascar at home before

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023

FIFA Delegation Promotes Women’s Football In Bolgatanga

A FIFA delegation will be in Bolgatanga this week to spread awareness on women's football in Ghana. Women's football has become an important bit of football development across many countries and Ghana has been one of the countries to have taken to the new disposition. In addition to the