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Fifa want answers from Egypt

After riots at an Egyptian football match left more than 70 people dead and more than 1,000 injured, Fifa, football's world governing body, have demanded a full report into what took place.

Friday, 3rd February 2012 at 02:46am

FIFA: Beer must be sold at World Cup

In surely what must be the only FIFA policy in recent years to gain the support of the overwhelming majority of football fans, football's governing body have insisted that all stadiums at the Brazil World Cup sell beer.

Friday, 20th January 2012 at 08:29am

Pekerman to lead Colombia

Former Argentina national coach Jose Pekerman is set to become the new coach of Colombia, the Colombian Football Federation has announced

Saturday, 14th January 2012 at 07:08am

Corruption watchdog splits with Fifa

Transparency International, a company that was advising Fifa - football's governing body - after 12 months of scandal, suspensions, bribery and accusations has severed all ties with the Zurich-based global organization.

Friday, 2nd December 2011 at 08:41am

2014 World Cup Venues and Dates Announced

As the 2014 Fifa World Cup in Brazil draws ever closer excitement is already building in the country that gave the world the "beautiful game" as the venues and dates for matches were announced.

Friday, 2nd December 2011 at 08:28am

Fans and players face huge 2014 journeys

Teams, officials and fans face massive cross country journeys at the upcoming Brazil World Cup after 2014 organisers decided that countries must play their group stage matches in different cities.

Friday, 21st October 2011 at 17:30pm

Blatter: Fifa to re-examine bribes inquiry

Fifa President Sepp Blatter has asked an external ethics committee to investigate the collapse of former marketing partner International Sport and Leisure (ISL).

Friday, 21st October 2011 at 17:09pm

Road to Rio in 2014 starts now

In a little under three years, 31 of the world's best football teams will join host nation Brazil for the 20th edition of the Fifa World Cup in what is likely to be a tournament quite unlike any that has gone before. If there are two things Brazilians love it is football and partying; the 2014 World Cup is going to give the hosts ample opportunity to both, especially if they win.

Monday, 1st August 2011 at 10:16am

World Cup Qualifying Draw Today

All the Fifa nations hoping to qualify for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil will know the extent of the task that awaits them after the qualifying groups are drawn at a ceremony in Rio de Janeiro later today (July 30).

Saturday, 30th July 2011 at 09:06am

Bin Hammam banned for life

Qatari national Mohammad Bin Hammam - the man largely credited with helping Qatar win the right to host the 2022 Fifa World Cup has been banned from football for life after being found guilty of attempted bribery.

Monday, 25th July 2011 at 10:38am

Uruguay win record 15th Copa America

Two-time World Cup winners Uruguay made history on Sunday night when they won the Copa America for a record 15th time, beating Paraguay 3-0 in the final.

Monday, 25th July 2011 at 09:36am

Blatter: Fifa won't probe Qatar bid

Re-elected Fifa president Sepp Blatter has said that he will not initiate an investigation into Qatar's successful bid for the 2022 World Cup.

Wednesday, 8th June 2011 at 14:30pm

Fifa announces World Cup vote change

Fifa President Sepp Blatter has revealed that the voting system used to determine the hosts of future World Cups will now be changes and all 208 Fifa member nations will be given the chance to vote.

Wednesday, 1st June 2011 at 16:22pm

FA calls for vote delay

The English Football Association and its Scottish counterpart have called upon Fifa to delay the upcoming election on June 1.

Tuesday, 31st May 2011 at 16:37pm

Bin Hammam withdraws from Fifa presidency race

Asian Football Federation (AFF) President Mohammad bin Hammam has withdrawn from the race to become Fifa president, leaving current incumbent Sepp Blatter unchallenged in his bid to secure a fourth successive term in office.

Monday, 30th May 2011 at 16:30pm

Fifa begins inquiry into candidate bin Hammam

Fifa presidential candidate Mohammad bin Hammam and Fifa Vice President Jack Warner are two of four Fifa officials under investigation after more allegations of corruption were levelled at members of football's governing body.

Wednesday, 25th May 2011 at 17:32pm

Blatter set to secure fourth term

On June 1, 207 of the 208 football associations under the Fifa umbrella will submit their votes for the candidate they wish to see as head of 'the beautiful game' for the next four years.

Wednesday, 25th May 2011 at 04:23am

Bin Hammam rounds on FA for abstaining

62-year-old Fifa presidency candidate Mohammad bin Hammam has criticised the English Football Association's decision to abstain from voting in next month's election.

Tuesday, 24th May 2011 at 14:25pm

Fifa deny asking bin Hammam to withdraw

Fifa's secretary general Jrme Valcke has been forced to deny allegations that he attempted to persuade Fifa presidential candidate Mohammad bin Hammam to withdraw from the upcoming election on June 1.

Tuesday, 24th May 2011 at 14:00pm

FA to abstain from Fifa presidency vote

The Football Association - the game's governing body in England - has announced that it will abstain from voting in June's Fifa presidency election.

Thursday, 19th May 2011 at 19:15pm

Triesman accuses Fifa ExCo members of Corruption

In an extraordinary three-hour British parliamentary session, Lord Triesman, one-time leader of the England 2018 World Cup bid, has alleged that four members of the Fifa Executive Committee (ExCo) asked him for incentives and honours in return for their support.

Friday, 13th May 2011 at 10:25am

Bin Hammam only challenger to Blatter

Asian football confederation chief Mohamed Bin Hammam has confirmed as the sole challenger to current Fifa President Sepp Blatter at the upcoming presidential election on June 1.

Wednesday, 6th April 2011 at 05:29am

Bin Hammam To Challenge Blatter

Mohammad Bin Hammam, the Asian Football Chief, has announced that he will stand against current incumbent Sepp Blatter in the Fifa presidential election in June.

Tuesday, 22nd March 2011 at 16:38pm

Thailand coach Robson recovering after throat surgery

Thailand manager Bryan Robson is recovering in Bangkok after undergoing surgery on March 3 to remove a tumour from his throat.

Friday, 18th March 2011 at 09:56am

Pele Considers 2014 World Cup Involvement

Brazilian football legend and three-time Fifa World Cup winner Pele has said he is considering getting involved in his country's preparations for the Fifa World Cup being staged in a little over three years time.

Thursday, 3rd March 2011 at 11:48am

2014 World Cup Places In Hands Of Fifa

The allocation of qualifying berths for the 2014 Brazil World Cup is being decided by football's governing body Fifa at a meeting at headquarters in Zurich.

Thursday, 3rd March 2011 at 11:23am

Brazil Legend Ronaldo Retires

Brazilian striking superstar Ronaldo has announced his retirement from football at the age of 34.

Tuesday, 15th February 2011 at 09:06am

2022 Qatar World Cup Set For Summer: Blatter

As the fallout of the decision made by the Fifa Executive Committee (ExCo) to stage the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar continues to grow, Fifa President Sepp Blatter has given the clearest indication yet that the finals will be staged in summer as originally planned.

Monday, 7th February 2011 at 09:04am

Blazer Angry At Winter World Cup Talk

Chuck Blazer, a US representative on the Fifa Executive Committee (ExCo) which voted to host the 2022 Fifa World Cup Finals in Qatar in December, has hit out at those suggesting that the finals be moved to the winter to avoid exposing players to temperatures in excess of 50 degrees Celsius, arguing that the move could take up to 10 weeks out of the domestic football season.

Wednesday, 19th January 2011 at 11:04am

ASEAN Consider 2030 World Cup Bid

Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are thought to be considering a proposal to bid for the right to host to 2030 Fifa World Cup, the Singapore Football Association revealed on Monday.

Tuesday, 18th January 2011 at 08:24am

Preparations for 2014 Brazil World Cup to Gather Momentum in 2011

With little more than three years until the 2014 Fifa World Cup kicks off in Brazil, preparations for the tournament are expected to gather pace over the course of the next year.

Tuesday, 11th January 2011 at 09:43am

Ronaldinho Returns To Brazil

2002 World Cup winner Ronaldinho has joined Rio de Janeiro-based club Flamengo on a four-year deal after leaving seven-time European Champions AC Milan.

Tuesday, 11th January 2011 at 09:08am

Messi Wins Inaugural Fifa Ballon d'Or

Barcelona and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi capped another remarkable year when he scooped the inaugural Fifa Ballon d'Or award at a lavish ceremony in Zurich.

Tuesday, 11th January 2011 at 07:38am

Eto'o Scoops Fourth African Footballer Award

Inter Milan and Cameroon striker Samuel Eto'o was last night crowned African Footballer of the Year for a record fourth time, beating Chelsea's Ivorian striker Didier Drogba and Ghanaian Asamoah Gyan who plays for Sunderland to the title.

Tuesday, 21st December 2010 at 09:08am

Fifa Consider Winter Finals

High ranking members of football's governing body, Fifa, have mooted the possibility of the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar being played in winter to avoid exposing players, fans and officials to the soaring temperatures that the tiny gulf state experiences.

Sunday, 19th December 2010 at 05:40am

Russia And Qatar Win Fifa Vote

Russia and Qatar have won the right to host the 2018 and 2022 Fifa World Cups following a tense day of presentations and voting in Zurich.

Thursday, 2nd December 2010 at 16:18pm

Romario Takes Seat in Congress

Former PSV Eindhoven, Barcelona and Brazil superstar Romario gave a victory speech on Monday after taking a seat in the Brazilian lower congress having recently been voted in as a federal deputy in Rio de Janiero.

Wednesday, 1st December 2010 at 08:14am

Fifa World Cup Vote In Just Two Days

The vote to decide the host nations for the 2018 and 2022 Fifa World Cups is set to be made in Zurich in just two days time and bid teams from all nations concerned are now in last minute efforts to convince voters of their respective credentials.

Tuesday, 30th November 2010 at 09:13am

England 2018 Bid Not Affected - Blatter

Fifa President Sepp Blatter yesterday insisted that the England bid to host the 2018 World Cup finals had not been damaged by the allegations brought forward by the Sunday Times newspaper.

Saturday, 20th November 2010 at 08:21am

Fifa Suspend 'Cash For Votes' Executives

Two Fifa executives embroiled in the Sunday Times 'cash for votes' expose in October have been suspended for up to three years and fined by football's governing body following a month-long investigation initiated by Fifa President Sepp Blatter.

Saturday, 20th November 2010 at 08:05am

Copa America: Holders Brazil Drawn In Group B

Current Copa America champions Brazil will face Paraguay, Ecuador and Venezuela in Group B of the 2011 Copa America which takes place in Argentina next summer following the draw made on Friday, November 12.

Saturday, 13th November 2010 at 19:37pm

England 2018 Bid Hit By Fifa Row

England's bid to host the 2018 Fifa World Cup finals suffered a blow today as a result of the backlash caused by the Sunday Times' probe into the activities of two high ranking Fifa officials.

Thursday, 4th November 2010 at 13:22pm

Thailand: FC Phuket's Camara Clings To Life

Influential FC Phuket midfielder Camara Ahmed remains in the ICU of Bangkok Hospital Phuket, Thailand after suffering a heart attack during his side's vital 1-0 win against Chai Nat FC.

Thursday, 4th November 2010 at 08:48am

FC Phuket Star Suffers Mid-game Cardiac Arrest

A cardiac arrest suffered by FC Phuket's Camara Ahmed midway through the second half of the Southern Sea Kirin's vital playoff clash against Chainat FC soured an absorbing encounter at Surakul Stadium on Saturday night.

Sunday, 31st October 2010 at 04:37am

Problems Mount Ahead Of Brazil World Cup

Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) President Ricardo Teixeira travelled to Sao Paulo last week to meet with local officials including Alberto Goldman, the state governor; Gilberto Kassab, mayor of Sao Paulo; and Francisco Vidal Luna, coordinator of the Sao Paulo Organising Committee for the 2014 Fifa world Cup in Brazil.

Wednesday, 1st September 2010 at 02:25am

Blatter Looks Set To Seal Fourth Term

Fifa President Sepp Blatter looks set to secure an unprecedented fourth term as the head of football's governing body after Asian football chief Mohamed Bin Hammam, 61, ruled himself out of running for the position.

Monday, 30th August 2010 at 15:39pm

Fifa Team Begins England 2018 Bid Inspection

The Fifa World Cup bid inspection team started their four-day tour of England yesterday with a trip to Number 10 Downing Street for a gala reception where they met Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg who told the visiting party that the Conservative/Lib Dem coalition government feel that the England bid is unbeatable.

Tuesday, 24th August 2010 at 08:50am

Anelka Unfazed By Lengthy Ban

The French Football Federation has banned Chelsea and France striker Nicolas Anelka from representing the French national football team for 18 matches after a disciplinary hearing into the events which took place at the 2010 Fifa World Cup in South Africa.

Wednesday, 18th August 2010 at 17:42pm

Chelsea Begin Where They Left Off

Reigning Premier League champions Chelsea started the defence of their crown in the same vein of form as they finished the last campaign, effortlessly sweeping newly promoted West Bromich Albion aside 6-0 on their way to the top of the league.

Monday, 16th August 2010 at 10:25am

Capello Won't Pick Beckham For England

As he looks to blood the next generation of England players ahead of Euro 2012, national team coach Fabio Capello has said in a TV interview that he won't select former captain David Beckham for any further competitive matches.

Thursday, 12th August 2010 at 06:05am

Goal-line Technology To Be Discussed By IFAB

Long-time opponent of goal-line technology Sepp Blatter, president of world governing body Fifa, has revealed that the issue will be discussed at the International Football Association Board (IFAB) meeting to be held in October, confirming earlier reports in July.

Thursday, 12th August 2010 at 05:37am

Menezes Makes Winning Start To Reign

New Brazil coach Mano Menezes got his tenure as Brazil national football team coach off to a winning start as goals from Neymar and Alexandre Pato were enough to see off the United States in New Jersey.

Thursday, 12th August 2010 at 05:11am

Capello Selects Uncapped Trio in England Squad

Much maligned England manager Fabio Capello has named three uncapped players in his first England squad since the humiliating defeat suffered at the hands of Germany at the 2010 Fifa World Cup in South Africa.

Tuesday, 10th August 2010 at 10:26am

Chelsea Poised To Sign Brazil Star Ramires

Reigning Premier League champions Chelsea have made a move to sign Brazilian midfield star Ramires from Benfica.

Wednesday, 4th August 2010 at 09:34am

Spain and Netherlands Fined For Dirtiest Final

2010 Fifa World Cup Champions Spain and runners up the Netherlands have been fined by the games' governing body for ill discipline in the tournament's showcase final in Johannesburg on July 11.

Wednesday, 4th August 2010 at 08:58am

Menezes Selects Uncapped 11 In First Squad

New Brazilian national football coach Mano Menezes has picked 11 uncapped players in his first squad which will take on the USA in New Jersey later this month.

Monday, 2nd August 2010 at 10:36am

Argentinians Drop Maradona After Talks

Argentine football legend Diego Maradona's tenure as coach of the national side has come to an end after talks between the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and himself stalled.

Wednesday, 28th July 2010 at 09:11am

Football News In Brief

A brief look at some of the headlines from world football

Sunday, 25th July 2010 at 05:05am

Menezes Named As New Brazil Manager

The Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) has named Corinthians manager Mano Menezes as the next Brazil national team coach following the dismissal of Dunga after Brazil's quarter final exit at the 2010 Fifa World Cup in South Africa.

Sunday, 25th July 2010 at 04:05am

Goalline Technology Moves Closer To Being A Reality

With the controversy of Frank Lampard's disallowed goal still lingering in the minds of many football fans, the prospect of goalline technology becoming a reality in top-flight football moved a step closer when Fifa announced that two extra officials will be used in the 2010/11 Champions League.

Thursday, 22nd July 2010 at 14:06pm

Brazil Government Allows Cities To Increase Debts In Preparation for 2014

In response to comments made by Fifa officials about the slow progress being made in Brazilian cities ahead of the 2014 World Cup, the Brazilian government has brought in new measures to ensure that preparations get back on schedule.

Tuesday, 20th July 2010 at 10:21am

Fifa Delegation Travels To Nations Bidding For The 2018 and 2022 Finals

Just four months ahead of the December 2 date for announcing which countries will win the right to host the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, Fifa officials have travelled to Japan to commence a tour of the nine countries involved in the bidding process.

Monday, 19th July 2010 at 10:08am

Iniesta Goal Puts Spanish In Footballing Heaven

A goal from Barcelona star Andres Iniesta deep into extra time was enough to give Vincente Del Bosque's Spanish team a one nil win over the Netherlands and secure the Iberian nation's first ever world title.

Tuesday, 13th July 2010 at 10:25am

Puyol Ends German Hopes To Set Up Clash With Holland

A single goal from Barcelona defender Carlos Puyol was enough to send Spain through to its first ever World Cup final and a meeting with the Netherlands at Soccer City on Sunday.

Thursday, 8th July 2010 at 10:42am

Brilliant Germans Hammer Maradona's Argentina

Joachim Loew's young Germany side scored four goals in a match for the third time in this World Cup as they blew away Diego Maradona's Argentina to seal their place in the semi final and created a rematch of the 2008 European Championship final against Spain.

Monday, 5th July 2010 at 10:09am

Spain Beats Neighbours To Set Up Paraguay Clash

A solitary goal from Barcelona striker David Villa, his fourth of the tournament, was enough to send European Champions Spain through to a quarter final meeting with Paraguay and sent Iberian rivals Portugal home.

Wednesday, 30th June 2010 at 10:57am

Brazil Brush Aside Chileans To Set Up Holland Clash

Five-time world champions Brazil produced their best performance of the finals to date; overcoming South American rivals Chile at Ellis Park in Johannesburg by three goals to nil.

Tuesday, 29th June 2010 at 10:07am

Ruthless Germans Put England To The Sword

A stunning performance from Joachim Loew's young German side tore Fabio Capello's England to pieces in Bloemfontein last night as the three-time world champions inflicted the Three Lions' heaviest World Cup finals defeat.

Monday, 28th June 2010 at 09:47am

Portugal Hammer Koreans As Spain Get Back On Track

Iberian Peninsula sides Spain and Portugal ignited their World Cup campaigns in South Africa last night with wins which could see the two teams avoid each other in the Round of 16.

Tuesday, 22nd June 2010 at 08:50am

All White On The Night As New Zealand Hold Italy

Defending World Cup champions Italy were left reeling yesterday after they were held to a 1-1 draw at the hands of footballing minnows New Zealand.

Monday, 21st June 2010 at 10:23am

England Struggle To Goalless Draw Against Algeria

England's hopes of topping their World Cup group were dealt a blow last night following an abject performance against a disciplined but limited Algerian side.

Saturday, 19th June 2010 at 07:53am

2006 Runners-Up France On The Brink Of Elimination

Two second half goals from Mexico's Javier Hernandez and Cuauhtemoc Blanco were enough to take all three points in Polokwane and leave Raymond Domenech's side on the brink of elimination from the 2010 tournament just four years after finishing as runners-up to Italy.

Friday, 18th June 2010 at 09:56am

Fernandes Rocks World Cup Favourites Spain

Switzerland produced the first big shock of the 2010 Fifa World Cup when a solitary strike from former Manchester City winger Gelson Fernandes was enough to give the Swiss a dream start in South Africa against tournament favourites Spain.

Thursday, 17th June 2010 at 09:53am

Maicon Helps Brazil Past Resilient Korea DPR

Inter Milan fullback Maicon demonstrated why he is considered the best right back in world football in Johannesburg last night with a piece of Brazilian magic to help Dunga's men overcome a stubborn Korea DPR side on their first finals appearance since 1966.

Wednesday, 16th June 2010 at 09:41am

De Rossi Rescues Sluggish Italy In World Cup Opener

Traditional slow starters and defending champions Italy began the defence of its title in familiar fashion as the Azzurri came from behind to draw 1-1 with South American side Paraguay in Cape Town thanks to a goal from Roma star Daniele De Rossi.

Tuesday, 15th June 2010 at 10:37am

Germans Signal Intent After Thrashing Sorry Australia

Joachim Loew's Germany side got its World Cup campaign off to a flying start on Sunday as they ran out 4-0 winners over Australia who had Tim Cahill harshly dismissed for a clumsly second half challenge.

Monday, 14th June 2010 at 09:44am

Iniesta a Doubt for Spain Opener

Barcelona star Andres Iniesta could be a doubt for Spain's first World Cup match against Switzerland after the Spanish national team doctor revealed that the talented playmaker had suffered a thigh injury.

Thursday, 10th June 2010 at 12:07pm

Fans Miss Out as Injuries to Star Players Mount Up

With less than 48 hours to go until the opening match of the 2010 Fifa World Cup in South Africa, football fans around the world are coming to terms with the loss of some of football's leading players from the global showpiece.

Thursday, 10th June 2010 at 12:04pm

Van Persie Hoping for Swift Robben Return

Holland and Arsenal star Robin van Persie is hoping that Bayern Munich star Arjen Robben will make a swift return to the national side to help spearhead the Dutch World Cup campaign.

Wednesday, 9th June 2010 at 12:07pm

France Win Right to Host Euro 2016

1984 and 2000 European champions France has won the right to host the 2016 European Championships, beating off rival bids from Italy and Turkey.

Sunday, 30th May 2010 at 05:09am

Preparations for South Africa Gather Momentum

As Africa's first World Cup draws nearer and nearer, final preparations are well and truly underway before the teams leave for South Africa next month.

Monday, 5th April 2010 at 05:09am

Blanc to Coach Les Blues

Former Manchester United and France centre half Laurent Blanc will take charge of the French national team after the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, leaving his current position as manager of Bordeaux.

Monday, 1st February 2010 at 05:09am

World Cup Qualifying Update

As the latest round of qualifying has drawn to a close, a number of teams are edging ever closer towards qualifying for 2010's summer feast of football.

Wednesday, 6th January 2010 at 05:09am

2009 Confederations Cup

The draw for the 2009 Confederations Cup has thrown up two decidedly different groups.

Tuesday, 5th January 2010 at 05:09am

George Weah

Former World Footballer of the Year, George Weah, hopes that a successful hosting of the 2010 World Cup in South Africa will lead to more international events being held on the African continent.

Monday, 4th January 2010 at 05:09am

2018 Announcement in 2010

FIFA has announced that the winners for the right to host the 2018 World Cup Finals will be announced in December 2010.

Sunday, 3rd January 2010 at 05:09am

Peru Kicked out of Qualifying.

South American nation Peru has been suspended from playing international football due to a dispute between the Peruvian Football Association, the FPF, and the Peruvian government.

Saturday, 2nd January 2010 at 05:09am

Latest FIFA Rankings

In the latest FIFA Rankings, Paraguay were the big climbers, moving up 5 places to take their position inside the top 20 on the back of their impressive qualifying campaign to date. The other big mover was England, whose resurgence under coach Fabio Capello has seen them climb four places to sit in the top 10.

Friday, 1st January 2010 at 05:09am

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