FIFA announces simplified format for 2018 World Cup draw
The global soccer body said that the 32 teams would be divided into four pots with the seven top-ranked teams plus hosts Russia in pot one, the next eight-ranked teams in pot two and so on.
Sep 15, 2017, 00:05 AM IST
Don't write us off: East Bengal tell FIFA, AFC
This season the merger of ISL and I-League failed as the Kolkata's heritage clubs said they were unable to pay the hefty franchise fee of Rs 15 crore.
Sep 14, 2017, 21:49 PM IST
FIFA still resistant to change, says former official
Infantino was elected in February 2016 to rebuild FIFA after it became embroiled in the corruption scandal.
Sep 13, 2017, 23:53 PM IST
FIFA working hard with Government of India to make U-17 World Cup successful, says Head of Tournaments Jaime Yarza
From the very beginning, the world body and the Local Organising Committee have been insisting that FIFA tournaments do not have opening ceremonies worldwide but the sports ministry has been adamant about having one for the event next month.
Sep 09, 2017, 00:20 AM IST
FIFA open disciplinary proceedings against Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli
Alli stuck his middle finger up during the national side's World Cup qualifier against Slovakia on Monday but said after the game the gesture had been directed at teammate Kyle Walker as a joke.
Sep 09, 2017, 00:09 AM IST
2018 World Cup qualifier: FIFA orders South Africa to replay Senegal
The November 2016 tie, which will be restaged in November, was won by South Africa 2-1 after Ghanaian referee Joseph Lamptey awarded them a controversial penalty.
Sep 07, 2017, 09:41 AM IST
Watch: Commentator breaks down during Syria’s brave performance against Iran in FIFA World Cup qualifier
Syria has been a war-torn nation and the draw by the football team sent many fans into a joyous celebration. As Syria scored their second goal in extra time, a football commentator from the country broke down while describing the action.
Sep 06, 2017, 13:29 PM IST
From Gautam Gambhir to Mesut Ozil, sports stars wish 'Eid Mubarak' to fans
Eid al-Adha is also called the feast of the sacrifice. It honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son when commanded to do so by God.
Sep 02, 2017, 10:31 AM IST
Kolkata to host FIFA Council Meeting ahead of U-17 World Cup final
With FIFA giving high "importance" to India, Patel said that the AIFF's bid to host the U-20 World Cup in 2019 has also got a big fillip.
Aug 31, 2017, 23:11 PM IST
2018 FIFA World Cup, Qualifiers: Uruguay vs Argentina — Preview, TV listing, date, time, venue
Argentina are currently placed fifth, behind Brazil, Colombia, Uruguay and Chile. Their performance at Montevideo's Estadio Centenario tommorow will have a huge bearing on their future prospects. Besides, the fixture has its own reputation, with lots of history attached to it.
Aug 30, 2017, 19:17 PM IST
Confusion reigns over Neymar's PSG debut as new Ligue 1 season chugs along
But the French Football Federation (FFF) appear confident that the saga surrounding Neymar, who cost PSG a staggering world record of 222 million euros ($264m), is near its end.
Aug 10, 2017, 23:52 PM IST
Diego Maradona backs use of video technology to prevent another 'Hand of God'
The diminutive Argentine, who tapped the ball over the head of onrushing goalkeeper Peter Shilton with his fist to score his country`s first goal, gained even more notoriety when he claimed afterwards it had been scored by the `Hand of God`.
Jul 25, 2017, 22:49 PM IST
Confederations Cup 2017: FIFA says all doping tests conducted during event have come back negative
FIFA added that the samples were analysed at laboratories accredited by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), mostly at the one in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Jul 24, 2017, 23:24 PM IST
Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio gets six-game FIFA ban, misses Gold Cup
The 56-year-old was found to have breached Article 49.1 a) of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, warned about his behaviour and fined 5,000 Swiss francs ($5,183.50) on top of the ban.
Jul 07, 2017, 23:42 PM IST
Swiss court rejects Michel Platini's appeal against FIFA soccer ban
Platini, who has denied wrongdoing, was banned from soccer along with Sepp Blatter, the former FIFA head who approved the payment.
Jul 06, 2017, 21:01 PM IST
Disgraced Sepp Blatter regret at overstaying FIFA tenure
The 81-year-old was banned over ethics breaches, bringing an end to his 17-year reign as FIFA chief, following a suspect two million Swiss franc ($2 million, 1.8 million euro) payment to ex-UEFA president Michel Platini.
Jul 02, 2017, 20:46 PM IST
FIFA clear Manchester United, target Juventus over Paul Pogba transfer
The France midfielder returned to United in a deal worth more than $111 million, 105.2 million euros) in August 2016 from the Italian giants.
Jun 21, 2017, 17:49 PM IST
Video technology is the future of football, says FIFA president Gianni Infantino
In April, Infantino said that the technology would be used at the 2018 World Cup after "very positive feedback".
Jun 20, 2017, 09:07 AM IST
FIFA Confederations Cup: Germany sweat in 3-2 win over Australia
Australia next face Cameroon, who lost 2-0 to Chile in their opening game, in Saint Petersburg with both teams needing a win in their bid to reach the semi-finals.
Jun 19, 2017, 22:55 PM IST
FIFA to clamp down on mobbing of referees at Confederations Cup
Football is often compared unfavourably to other sports because of the behaviour of the players.
Jun 16, 2017, 00:02 AM IST
