Qataris build on 2022 legacy with Football for Schools seminar
October 3 – With the support of FIFA, the Football for Schools project has concluded in Qatar, with a seminar programme focussed on women in the sport.
Gold Cup 2025
Mexico and Saudi Arabia to headline in Glendale, USA face Costa Rica test in Minneapolis
June 23 – Mexico will headline the first Gold Cup quarter-final double header against tournament guests Saudi Arabia at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Saturday night (June 28).
Mollahasan announces Efbet renewal for Arda, then resigns
October 3 – Bulgaria’s Arda Kardzhali has renewed its sponsorship contract with the Bulgarian bookmaker efbet. The new contract is for five years but no value for the sponsorship has been announced.
Africa’s big new club league will offer just $14.4m in prize money
October 2 – CAF has announced that the winners of the African Football League will receive $4 million in prize money, a paltry fee after the promised riches attached to a Super League on the continent.
Liverpool fury over VAR mistake that cost them crucial Premier League points at Spurs
October 2 – The referees’ governing body in English professional football has admitted a “significant human error” after Luis Diaz had a goal ruled offside in Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday.
New San Diego MLS franchises unveils plan for training complex and residential youth academy
October 2 – Newly awarded San Diego MLS franchise has announced plans to build a training ground and residential youth academy in El Cajon, California, on Sycuan tribal land.
Turkish chaos as Vanspor boss and armed bodyguards storm opposition dressing room
October 2 – A dangerous dressing room incursion marred the Turkish Second League (third tier) match between Vanspor and Zonguldak Kömürspor. Vanspor, who are league leaders, won in dramatic fashion 1-0 with a goal in extra time.
Mexico to host 2024 U17 Concacaf Women’s Championship in Toluca
October 2 – Concacaf has named Mexico as host for the 2024 Concacaf Women’s U-17 Championship which will be played at the Mexican Football Federation headquarters, in Toluca.
Real Madrid top ranking of best paid players, Bayern and PSG follow
October 2 – Real Madrid have been revealed as the team with the highest wage bill in world football, sat at a staggering €11.5 million annual salary average, according to data supplied by Capology.
North Korean return to world football sours after players chase referee after Japan loss
October 2 – Rarely courting publicity in the international arena, North Korea’s footballers have been thrust into the spotlight for manhandling the referee after crashing out of the Asian Games with a 2-1 quarterfinal defeat to Japan.
Spurs condemn torrent of racist abuse targeted at Udogie after Liverpool game
October 2 – Tottenham Hotspur have condemned racist abuse directed at fullback Destiny Udogie on social media following Saturday’s 2-1 home win against Liverpool.
Pakistan turn to Constantine to prepare for World Cup qualifier against Cambodia
October 2 – Pakistan have turned to globetrotting coach Stephen Constantine to help the team win their first-ever World Cup qualifier.
Top draw Messi leads the MLS in shirt sales
October 2 – The impact of Inter Miami star Lionel Messi on the US market has been emphasised by figures on jersey sales, showing him top of the shirt-selling charts just three months on from his debut at the MLS clubs.
Aussies and Kiwis to play Ashes match in London
October 2 – Brentford’s G-Tech Community Stadium will host a historic reignition of football rivalry between New Zealand and Australia later this month, as the ‘soccer ashes’ returns after a 69-year hiatus.
Rangers hope management change will stop the rot
October 2 – A third defeat in seven Scottish Premiership games led to Rangers firing manager Michael Beale on Sunday after less than a year in the hot seat and putting club favourite Steven Davis in interim charge.
Support grows to 6 nations, as Ukraine writes to all UEFA members to boycott Russian teams
September 29 – The Ukrainian FA has written to all European associations asking them not to play against Russia following UEFA’s controversial decision to re-admit Russian under-17 teams into its international competitions.