Indonesia U23 World Cup targets youth demographic
September 20 – Bacuya the rhino has been unveiled as the mascot for the U-20 World Cup in Indonesia in 2023.
Ecuador on track for Qatar 2022, Chile going to CAS. Did FIFA just condone cheating?
By Andrew Warshaw
September 16 – Chile have failed in their attempt to have Ecuador kicked out of the World Cup by FIFA, infuriating the head of their FA who described the judgement as a “dark day” for the sport.
China Media Capital sells parcel of CFG shares to Silver Lake
September 16 – Private equity group Silver Lake has become the second-largest shareholder in City Football Group (CFG), upping their stake to 14.5%.
Fans land Marseilles and Eintracht Frankfurt back in UEFA’s disciplinary court
September 16 – UEFA has charged Marseille and Eintracht Frankfurt with a raft of offences, including a fan of the German club making a Nazi salute, following their Champions League group game clash on Tuesday.
Belgian clubs recover their mojo after two rounds of unbeaten Euro play
By Samindra Kunti in Leuven
September 16 – With a second-half rearguard action, Union St Gilloise overcame Sweden’s Malmo 3-2 to jointly top Group D in the Europa League and wrap up a near-perfect week for Belgian football on the continent.
NFL touchdown in Germany with DFL co-operation agreement
September 16 – Germany’s DFL has signed a collaboration agreement with the National Football League (NFL) from the US that will cover “production, broadcast and programming, digital innovation and marketing.”
Bomb threats and court orders force postponement of Nigerian FA elections
September 16 – Nigerian football has been plunged into a new crisis with the September 30 elections to replace the outgoing board, including embattled Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick, put on hold.
Inter Milan keep Acqua S.Bernardo deal bubbling
September 16 – Inter Milan have renewed their official water partnership with Acqua S.Bernardo for a further two seasons.
Family feud: Spanish FA denies accusations Rubiales used funds for private party
September 16 – The Spanish FA (RFEF) has vehemently denied accusations by the uncle of its president that it used funds to host a party with “young ladies” and to hire a detective to investigate the head of Spain’s players’ union.
Socios.com renews Ballon d’Or Awards sponsorship
September 16 – Fan token providers Socios.com have renewed their Official Partner sponsorship of the Ballon d’Or Awards for a second year.
CFU and USL pact opens career pathways for Caribbean talent on and off the pitch
September 15 – The Caribbean Football Union (CFU) and US pro-leagues operator United Soccer League (USL) have unveiled a new long-term partnership aimed at creating increased professional playing opportunities in the USL’s leagues.
Fans back need for compensation of migrant workers who lost their lives in Qatar, finds report
September 15 – A vast majority of football fans support compensation for migrant workers in Qatar and their families, a survey commissioned by Amnesty International has found.
MLS’s NYCFC beat LigaMX’s Atlas to win Campeones Cup
September 15 – New York City FC ran out 2-0 winners over Mexico’s Atlas in the Campeones Cup last night at Yankee Stadium in New York City.
Norwich take on new US investor and a £10m loan
September 15 – Norwich City, battling for a return to the Premier League having been relegated last season, are the latest English club to attract US investors.
Leicester City get greenlight to expand stadium to 40,000
September 15 – Premier League Leicester City have been granted planning permission to extend their King Power Stadium by 8,000 seats.