Amnesty claims World Cup 2026 a “stage for repression”
March 31 – Rights group Amnesty International has warned FIFA that the 2026 World Cup will take place during an “acute human rights crisis” and be a stage for “repression.”
Author: Andy Elliott
UEFA bucks trend with Euro 2028 ticket pricing
March 31 – While FIFA faces a global backlash over World Cup 2026 ticket pricing, UEFA is moving in the opposite direction for Euro 2028, and fans of the beautiful game in Europe.
MLS signs deal with DataGrail to mark new era
March 31 – Major League Soccer (MLS) has signed a deal with data privacy company DataGrail.
AFC postpones Asian Cup draw with tensions high in the region
March 26 – Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has officially postponed the final draw for the 2027 Asian Cup, pushing back an event that had been originally scheduled for April 11 in Riyadh – with no new date set.
FIFA confirms final phase ticket sales for 2026 World Cup
March 26 – FIFA has confirmed it will open the final phase of ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup on April 1, with remaining tickets made available on a first-come, first-served basis through to the end of the tournament.
CIES Football Observatory details lesser known U23 talents
March 26 – CIES Football Observatory has released its latest list of the most valuable U23 players not currently contracted to one of Europe’s ten most powerful clubs – and it is Juventus FC’s Kenan Yildiz who leads the way by some distance.
FIFA launches proceedings against FECOFOOT officials
March 26 – FIFA’s Ethics Committee has launched disciplinary proceedings against three senior Congolese Football Federation (FECOFOOT) officials, including President Jean-Guy Mayolas, over allegations of financial misconduct.
Nike and WSL Football partner for ground-breaking data agreement
March 26 – Nike and WSL Football, the governor of English women’s football highest leagues, have teamed up to push further into performance tech, with the rollout of connected ball and tracking systems set to bring a new layer of data into the Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL).
Senegal officially register CAS appeal following AFCON title stripping
March 26 – Senegal have appealed to the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) to reclaim their Africa Cup of Nations title after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped the team of the trophy.
Hellenic Football Federation partners with INTERSPORT
March 26 – The Hellenic Football Federation (EPO) and INTERSPORT, a company of the Fourlis Group and one of Europe’s leading sports retail chains, have announced the launch of their sponsorship agreement.
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and adidas extend relationship for five more years
March 26 – Inter Miami and adidas have announced a five-year extension to a partnership that was inked at the club’s inception back in 2018.
Extortionate kit pricing could alienate England supporters
March 26 – Following the England national football team has never come cheaply, but this summer, Gucci and Pravda swag may feel inexpensive compared to a Three Lions jersey.
FIFA World Cup 2026 venues in race against time to hide branding
March 26 – For any venue willing to take on the privilege of hosting a FIFA World Cup match, the devil is in the detail, and no part of the stadium is exempt, including the roof.
U.S. introduces Visa Bond Pilot Program ahead of 2026 World Cup
March 26 – With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the claim that this edition will be the ‘most inclusive ever’ is becoming more and more questionable following the U.S. government’s decision to introduce $15,000 visa bond payments per person to enter the country.
InPost locks in grassroots boost for cash-strapped English clubs
March 24 – InPost has teamed up with The Football Association to roll out parcel lockers at grassroots clubs across England, offering a new income stream and a way to drive more regular footfall.