ALL POSTS TAGGED "FIFA - Page 9"

Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images

News

/ 201 days ago

Former Brazil FA president warns Carlo Ancelotti and national team of potential FIFA sanction

Carlo Ancelotti could already be facing a major setback with the Brazil national team after the former FA president issued a warning about a potential FIFA sanction.
Maja Hitij/Getty Images

News

/ 203 days ago

FIFA suspends a new national team for the 2026 World Cup

FIFA has made a major decision regarding the participation of Congo-Brazzaville in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup… the global football governing body confirmed that the suspension of the Congolese Football Association (FECOFOOT) has been lifted, potentially allowing the African nation to rejoin the qualification process.
Andy Lyons/Getty Images

News

/ 207 days ago

FIFA confirms expansion of Women’s World Cup to more teams in 2031, USA as a possible host

FIFA has greenlit a 48-team Women's World Cup for 2031, mirroring the men's format. This means more nations get a shot on the big stage, hopefully boosting investment in women's soccer worldwide.
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

News

/ 212 days ago

LAFC vs. America: FIFA’s plan to replace León in the Club World Cup & official statement

Club León's appeal fails, leaving them out of the Club World Cup. Find out what that means and all the behind the scenes. What was it that wasn't done right by the side?
NOAM GALAI

News

/ 212 days ago

CAS confirms León will not participate in the Club World Cup: FIFA’s decision on the replacement

There are some teams available as alternates after León's ejection, and it will lead to a spot between American football teams: LAFC and América. Will FIFA reward the higher-ranked side, or give it to the team that narrowly missed out on qualification?
Leopoldo Smith/Getty Images

News

/ 213 days ago

James Rodriguez’s Club Leon awaits CAS final verdict after FIFA dismissed them from 2025 Club World Cup

After being expelled by FIFA, James Rodriguez's Club Leon are now awaiting for the Court of Arbitration for Sport's final verdict on his inclusion in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Getty Images

News

/ 218 days ago

FIFA launches mobile game: Featuring Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as superheroes!

FIFA is betting big on 'FIFA Rivals,' a free-to-play mobile game challenging EA's dominance. After splitting with EA Sports, FIFA aims to conquer mobile gaming with a unique superhero concept.
Leopoldo Smith

News

/ 225 days ago

CAS opens investigation into Club World Cup scandal: León’s defense under review

León's participation in the Club World Cup remains in doubt due to concerns over multi-ownership. The Court of Arbitration for Sport is now considering the case, with a decision expected in early May.
Getty Images

News

/ 226 days ago

Vinicius facing career-threatening ban? FIFA investigates Real Madrid star over bizarre case

Vinicius Jr. may soon find himself facing a crisis no defender has ever presented him: a potential two-year ban from soccer. But what’s even more shocking than the possible suspension is the reason behind it—a situation that straddles the lines of business, ethics, and regulatory oversight in the modern game.
Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images

News

/ 228 days ago

FIFA president Infantino dismisses coaches’ and players’ concerns on packed schedule after Club World Cup addition

With the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup sparking controversy, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has responded to coaches and players voicing concerns about the packed schedule.
IMAGO & Getty Images

News

/ 229 days ago

Barcelona still out of FIFA Club World Cup: No Messi reunion in sight—Here’s why

Many hoped the expanded 2025 Club World Cup would include a possible romantic reunion between Lionel Messi and his former club, Barcelona. But that dream may have to wait.
Getty Images

News

/ 233 days ago

FIFA sparks controversy by lining up Barcelona for Club World Cup: Could Lionel Messi and Inter Miami battle Hansi Flick’s side?

The solution seemed straightforward until fresh reports from Mexico added a twist—the possible inclusion of Barcelona, one of world soccer’s biggest names.
Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images

News

/ 233 days ago

FIFA recognizes America vs. LAFC match as a plan to replace León in the Club World Cup

Infantino's confirmation makes it clear that FIFA's plan to have América and LAFC play a playoff is contingent on the CAS upholding Club León's exclusion from the Club World Cup.
Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images

News

/ 236 days ago

Federation president slams CONMEBOL chief Alejandro Dominguez’s proposal to FIFA for 64-team 2030 World Cup

Following CONMEBOL president Alejandro Domínguez's proposal for a 64-team 2030 World Cup, a federation president has strongly criticized the idea presented to FIFA.
Getty Images

News

/ 238 days ago

Mexico’s World Cup hero tipped to miss out on 2026 squad: The internet sensation who might not match Messi and Ronaldo’s legacy

With Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo expected to feature one last time, another player, equally consistent in the tournament’s folklore, seemed destined to join them in a historic sixth appearance.