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FIFA president praises Qatar for efforts to address human rights issues
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has praised Qatar for the efforts it has made to improve human rights in the build up to the 2022 World Cup finals.
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Ukraine war: CAS upholds FIFA ban on Russian football teams
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Friday rejected the request filed by the Football Union of Russia (FUR) to stay on the suspension of all Russian teams and clubs
Russian football federation appeals against FIFA, UEFA bans
The Russian Football Union (RFU) has appealed to The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the decisions by Fifa and UEFA to bar Russian teams from international competitions
Ukraine asks FIFA to postpone World Cup playoff against Scotland
Ukraine is set to play Scotland in Glasgow on March 24, with the winner then taking on either Wales or Austria five days later for a place at this year's World Cup in Qatar.
Russia will go to court of arbitration for sport against FIFA, UEFA ban
Russia on Thursday said it will go to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to appeal against the decisions by FIFA, UEFA to bar Russian teams from international competitions over Ukraine invasion
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Ukraine crisis: In the Russian offensive, sports is another casualty
Globally, teams banned, sponsorships cancelled. India's friendly football match also affected
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LIVE: 26 flights over next 3 days to bring back Indians from Ukraine
After the first round of negotiations which took place on Monday and produced no tangible results, the sides had said they would meet again in the coming days
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FIFA/UEFA suspend Russia from all football competitions amid Ukraine crisis
FIFA and its European affiliate UEFA have jointly suspended Russian clubs and its national team from all competitions for an indefinite period for the country's continued invasion of Ukraine.
Fines, bans from FIFA: Brazil, Argentina to replay World Cup qualifier
FIFA handed out fines and suspensions on Monday while ordering Brazil and Argentina to replay the World Cup qualifier
FIFA launches Talent Development Scheme, aiding member associations
FIFA has launched an innovative FIFA Talent Development Scheme (TDS), offering bespoke assistance to member associations (MAs) to help them achieve their full potential
FIFA links more World Cups to averting migrant deaths at sea
FIFA President Gianni Infantino Infantino said soccer was being dominated by the few who "have everything"
Robert Lewandowski beats Messi to win FIFA Best Men's player award
Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski won the Best FIFA Men's Player Award for the second year in succession on Monday.
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No Ronaldo as Salah joins Messi, Lewandowski for FIFA award
Six-time FIFA award winner Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski are also candidates to win the award on Jan. 17
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FIFA touts billions to be gained from biennial World Cups
FIFA is making a financial pitch to win support for biennial World Cups.
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Football clubs want FIFA talks over health risks of January call-ups
The group representing Europe's top soccer clubs expressed "deep concerns" about the health risks to players traveling worldwide in January for national team games.
FIFA confirms Qatar as the neutral host for the Oceania qualifiers
New Zealand's path to the World Cup in Qatar will also start there when the Oceania qualifying tournament is played in the host nation in March.
FIFA changes intercontinental playoff format for last 2 places at World Cup
FIFA changed the World Cup qualifying format for the intercontinental playoffs to be single-leg games at a neutral venue.
FIFA politics a new challenge for Jill Ellis over biennial World Cups
Since capping three decades coaching by lifting a second World Cup with the American women, Jill Ellis has taken time to reflect and embark on a different path, with new career challenges.
FIFA qualifiers: France, Belgium win to reach World Cup; Dutch slip to draw
Kylian Mbappe's four goals in an 8-0 rout of Kazakhstan ensured defending champion France reached next year's World Cup along with victorious Belgium
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We must rethink the way football is structured, says FIFA chief Infantino
Football risks losing its global appeal in the face of myriad challenges posed by a technology-driven and changing world, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has warned.