NWSL ordered to pay $5million in historical player abuse case
February 6 – Following a year-long investigation into player abuse, the National Women’s Super League (NWSL) must pay $5 million to victims in a historic settlement.
WSL ‘shocked and saddened’ by Shaw and Bright abuse
February 6 – England’s Women’s Super League (WSL) has condemned the abuse suffered by Manchester City forward Khadija “Bunny” Shaw and Chelsea defender Millie Bright (pictured) over the weekend.
Hellenic Federation agrees sponsorship deal with sports equipment supplier
February 6 – The Hellenic Football Federation (EPO) has signed a sponsorship agreement with sports equipment supplier Liga Sport. The company exclusively distributes and sells Zeus Srl, Football Masters and Liga Accessories goods to stores, clubs and academies.
UEFA punishes Roma with fine and partial ground closure for fan trouble
February 6 – UEFA has ordered Roma to close most of one end of the Stadio Olimpico at their next Europa League playoff game and fined them €30,000 because of fan trouble.
Sam Kerr tells jury she was ‘terrified for her life’
February 5 – The trial of Chelsea and Australian international Sam Kerr continued yesterday with the striker saying she feared for her life when “trapped” in a taxi. This moment occurred before she was alleged to have caused racially aggravated harassment to a police officer, constable Stephen Lovell.
Slot lobbies for more players in match-day squad, and less chat from refs
February 6 – New Liverpool manager, Arne Slot, whose team currently leads the Premier League and are challenging for multiple trophies, has called for English football authorities to expand match-day squads to 23 players.
Luis de la Fuente denies involvement in plot to protect Rubiales
February 5 – Spain men’s coach Luis de la Fuente told the Luis Rubiales ‘kissgate’ trial on Tuesday that he did not get involved in discussions related to Jenni Hermoso after she was kissed on the lips by the former Spanish FA (RFEF) boss at the presentation ceremony.
Premier League says FIFA’s imposition of CWC will not alter 2025/26 season start date
February 5 – The English Premier League has accused FIFA of going “too far” with the expanded Club World Cup and says it won’t allow special dispensation for the two English teams involved in next summer’s competition, Manchester City and Chelsea.
UEFA launches ‘Take Care’ healthy lifestyle initiative
February 5 – UEFA has unveiled ‘Take Care’, an ambitious new programme aimed at harnessing football’s social influence to promote healthier lifestyles, particularly among young people.
Rage quitting pandemic hits EA Sports FC as gamers quit matches and smash controllers
February 5 – Nearly one in five EA Sports FC 25 players are quitting matches mid-game, as frustrations over unbalanced matchmaking and glitches make sports games a surprising contender in the world of rage quitting.
FIFA orders Corinthians to pay $8.1m in outstanding transfer fees
February 5 – FIFA has ordered Corinthians to pay outstanding transfer fees of $8.1 million and slapped the club with fines over irregularities in the transfers of both Rodrigo Garro and Felix Torres.
Premier League says 13 VAR errors so far this season, but it is better than last
February 5 – There have been 13 video assistant referee (VAR) mistakes in the Premier League so far this season, according to league bosses.
Saudi Pro League sends mission to strengthen Brazilian ties
February 5 – The Saudi Pro League (SPL) is working to strengthen its connection with Brazilian football, with league officials in country to engage with local stakeholders.
Chelsea look to take a step closer to their global fanbase with Twilio partnership
February 5 – Premier League Chelsea have announced a multi-year partnership with Twilio, making the customer engagement platform an official supplier across both the men’s and women’s teams.
UEFA backs history-challenging Albania-Serbia co-hosting of U21 finals
February 5 – UEFA have formally appointed the Albanian and Serbian FAs as co-hosts of the European Under-21 Championship final tournament in 2027.