FIFA has proposed a plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and other events to private investors, provoking a furious response from the European football governing body, UEFA. Under the plans announced by FIFA on Tuesday, a $20bn subsidiary would be created to run the World Cup and other events. World football’s governing body … Read moreFIFA proposes plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, angering UEFA
FIFA’s President Gianni Infantino has called for worldwide stadium bans for fans and “automatic forfeits” for teams whose supporters hurl “abhorrent” abuse, following racist incidents at club matches in Italy and England. The head of governing body the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) said on Sunday that there was no place for discrimination of … Read moreFIFA’s Infantino calls for automatic forfeits for teams over racist abuse
FIFA has opened a disciplinary case against a Spanish football official over his conduct while celebrating his country’s victory in the Women’s World Cup final. Luis Rubiales kissed player Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the trophy and medal ceremony on Sunday after Spain’s 1-0 victory over England in Sydney, Australia. Minutes earlier, Rubiales had … Read moreFIFA opens case against Spanish football official Luis Rubiales