Spanish women call off strike as FPF agrees minimum wage package
September 14 – Spain’s women’s players have called off a strike after reaching an agreement with Liga F and its clubs over minimum wages. The season will now start this weekend.
Croatian fans under UEFA investigation again for discrimination and racism
September 14 – UEFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against the Croatian Football Association (HNS) following racist and discriminatory incidents at the Euro 2024 qualification match between Croatia and Latvia, which was played at the HNK Rijeka stadium.
Toffolo given five-month ban for breaching betting rules
September 14 – Nottingham Forest defender Harry Toffolo has been handed a suspended five-month ban for breaching English football’s betting rules.
Yomoni pick up AS Monaco sleeve sponsorship
September 14 – Online savings management brand Yomoni has taken the sleeve sponsorship of AS Monaco’s home, away and third shirts in what is believed to be a one-year deal.
Palmeiras boss Pereira winscourt order to protect her from Mancha Alviverde
September 14 – Palmeiras president Leila Pereira will benefit from a protective police order after threats were made against her by the club’s main supporters’ group, the Mancha Alviverde.
Richarlison seeks help to put domestic challenges behind him and re-find form for Spurs
September 14 – Tottenham Hotspur’s misfiring Brazilian international Richarlison is to “seek psychological help” when he returns to England after the international break.
Poland fire Santos after six games as Euro 2024 qualifying hits the rocks
September 14 – Fernando Santos has been sacked as Poland manager after six games and less than nine months in charge.
Meridienbet backs Eastern European growth with FK Sarajevo deal
September 14 – Online bookmaker Meridianbet has further expanded its eastern European presence becoming an official partner of FK Sarajevo who play in the Premier League of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Inter Milan add third Chinese academy after five-year gap
September 14 – Serie A front runners Inter are poised to further expand their academy network by opening a new academy centre in the city of Fuzhou, China, just weeks after introducing its Strikers academy in the US.
Romanian ultras’ anti-Kosovan banners force 40-minute break in Euro 2024 qualifier
September 13 – The European 2024 qualifier between Romania and Kosovo at the Arena Nationala in Bucharest on Tuesday night was interrupted for nearly 40 minutes because of political banners raised by Romanian ultras.
UEFA nods goodbye to Rubiales as Football Board focuses on women’s growth opportunities
September 13 – Twenty-four hours after Spanish FA boss Luis Rubiales finally fell on his sword over the ‘kissgate’ scandal, UEFA acknowledged the contribution made by its now former vice-president.
Afcon 2023 finals line-up complete as Cameroon and Namibia clinch last slots
September 13 – African powerhouse Cameroon completed the lineup of the Africa Cup of Nations, punching a ticket with a 3-0 win against Burundi. Namibia also confirmed their presence at next year’s finals to wrap up qualifying.
Pinto convicted of hacking and extortion attempt but escapes jail time
September 13 – Rui Pinto, the infamous Portuguese whistleblower whose string of incriminating revelations about dodgy dealings shook the footballing world, has avoided prison.
LFP targets €1bn+ from extended broadcast rights cycle
September 13 – The French Ligue Professionnel de Football (LFP) has opened bidding for the broadcast rights to its premier Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 competitions, covering the 2024-2029 period.
Greek FA responds to call for audit saying FIFA has already passed it financially fit for purpose
September 13 – The Hellenic Football Federation (EPO) has responded to calls from Greek Super League clubs for an independent financial audit saying it has received an excellent financial rating from FIFA .