FIFA World makes metaverse debut on Roblox platform in multi-year deal
October 12 – FIFA has opened the doors to it metaverse real estate with FIFA World debuting on the 50-million user Roblox platform.
Gold Cup 2025
USA rebuild shows positive signs against a hapless Trini
USA 5 Trinidad and Tobago 0
June 15 – United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) coach Mauricio Pochettino rolled the dice at PayPal Park in San Jose during the Gold Cup Group D opener against Trinidad and Tobago.
Nordic countries submit 8-city bid for 2025 Women’s Euro hosting
October 12 – The Nordic countries of Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden are to bid jointly for the 2025 Women’s European Championship – supported by the Faroe Islands and Iceland.
Conmebol pledge support for Infantino re-election to FIFA presidency
October 12 – In a boost to Gianni Infantino, South American governing body Conmebol has said they will back the FIFA president unanimously for re-election at next year’s FIFA Congress in Kigali.
India steamrollered by US on opening day of U-17 World Cup
By Samindra Kunti in Mumbai
October 8 – Hosts India suffered a humiliating 8-0 defeat at the hands of the United States, a result that exposed the country’s systemic failures at grassroots levels in the country.
Sportradar and Genius Sports settle divisive Premier League data collection dispute out of court
October 12 – The bitter on-going litigation between Sportradar and Genius Sports has been resolved after the case was adjourned when it looked like the two sides could find an out-of-court settlement.
Sevilla, Villarreal and Valencia question Rubiales impartiality after offensive text
October 12 – Sevilla, Villarreal and Valencia are demanding an apology from the president of the Spanish FA (RFEF) after he allegedly said in leaked text messages that they were his least favourite clubs.
Celtic anti-Crown banner lands them another UEFA sanction
October 12 – Scottish champions Celtic have been fined €15,000 by UEFA over a provocative anti-monarchy banner displayed ahead of their recent Champions League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk in Warsaw.
Irish stun Scots to qualify for first WWC in 2023, Swiss through, Portugal get play-off
October 12 – In dramatic fashion, Ireland has qualified for the 2023 Women’s World Cup after a 1-0 away victory in Scotland. It’s the first time that the ‘Girls in Green’ will feature at the global finals.
FIFA earmarks $209 million in compensation for clubs with players at Qatar 2022
October 11 – FIFA has opened the financial compensation process for clubs whose players will be participating at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Messi to star in Maradona tribute match in Rome before Qatar 2022
October 11 – Lionel Messi will feature in a star-studded ‘match for peace’ in tribute to fellow Argentina legend Diego Maradona on November 14 in Rome, organisers announced on Monday.
Qatari media bites back over European media’s ‘smear’ campaign
October 11 – With the World Cup less than six weeks away, Qatar’s tightly-controlled media have joined forces to retaliate against European attacks on the Gulf state’s suspect human rights record.
Mwepu retirement forces cardiac issues back into player health spotlight
October 11 – The risk of cardiac arrest among professional footballers has once again been brought into sharp focus with Brighton and Hove Albion’s Zambian midfielder Enock Mwepu forced to retire at the age of just 24.
Wiegman ‘happy’ with England contract to 2025 want to keep it that way
October 11 – England women’s European Championship-winning manager Sarina Wiegman has denied reports she has signed a new contract after conversations with the English FA but says she feels “very valued” in her role.
OH Leuven offer seating and commentary headsets for blind fans
October 11 – OH Leuven has become the sixth Belgian top-flight club to provide designated seating and services for blind and visually impaired supporters.
Wait over, hosts India kick-off U-17 Women’s World Cup against USA tonight
By Samindra Kunti in Mumbai
October 11 – Hosts India will kick off the U-17 Women’s World Cup against the United States in Bhubaneswar today after a protracted and turbulent build-up to the tournament.