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FIFA congress: World football body passes landmark reforms on salary disclosure, human rights, women's football

Extraordinary FIFA Congress 2016 is being held at the Hallenstadion in Zurich, Switzerland.

Feb 26, 2016, 18:12 PM IST

FIFA to pick post-Sepp Blatter leader today in bid to end to crisis

The landmark presidential contest has become an Asia v Europe battle.

Feb 26, 2016, 08:45 AM IST

FIFA presidential rivals in final push for votes

The poll is seen as crucial to repairing the organisation's reputation, which has been battered by a series of unprecedented corruption scandals.

Feb 24, 2016, 18:53 PM IST

FIFA election: Football body rejects transparent voting booths, Prince Ali approaches CAS

FIFA elections will be held on February 28 in Zurich.

Feb 20, 2016, 22:39 PM IST

Euro parliament deputies hit out at FIFA candidates for backing out of debate

With the FIFA vote less than a month away, all but French former FIFA official Jerome Champagne backed out of a debate planned Wednesday at the European parliament.

Jan 27, 2016, 23:45 PM IST

Under-fire Michel Platini withdraws bid for FIFA presidency

Platini said he has done nothing wrong and was still hoping to win an appeal in time to have been allowed back in time for the election on February 26.

Jan 08, 2016, 01:25 AM IST

Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein demands FIFA 'join 21st century'

Prince Ali refused to be drawn on corruption charges against Blatter and the world body`s vice-president Michel Platini.

Dec 19, 2015, 14:22 PM IST

Gianni Infantino vows FIFA reforms from `day one`

Infantino and Sheikh Salman, president of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), were seen having cordial discussions during the awards ceremony and gala dinner in Gurgaon.

Nov 30, 2015, 14:45 PM IST

Asian soccer body says it supports FIFA candidate Sheikh Salman

Three of the five FIFA candidates claim support from Asian voters, but the AFC said it fully backed Sheikh Salman.

Nov 27, 2015, 21:48 PM IST

FIFA presidential candidates Jerome Champagne, Prince Ali campaign for votes

The two FIFA presidential candidates have sought votes from the 11 Cecafa member-nations.

Nov 23, 2015, 14:10 PM IST

UEFA president Michel Platini to appeal FIFA ban in CAS

Michel Plantini has said he will move the CAS against his provisional suspension issued by FIFA.

Nov 20, 2015, 00:04 AM IST

Michel Platini criticises FIFA, insists candidacy still valid

Platini was excluded earlier on Thursday from the list of candidates accepted for the FIFA presidential election.

Nov 13, 2015, 15:25 PM IST

FIFA rejects Musa Bility's presidential candidacy

The election will be held to find a successor to the suspended Sepp Blatter.

Nov 12, 2015, 17:34 PM IST

Michel Platini not among 5 candidates approved to run for FIFA president

FIFA approved five candidates to stand in presidential vote, but Michel Platini has not yet made the list.

Nov 12, 2015, 17:17 PM IST

Presidential candidate Jerome Champagne wants a more humble FIFA

FIFA has been criticised for its extravagance, with officials enjoying a five-star lifestyle that includes private jets and banquets in opulent palaces.

Oct 31, 2015, 08:38 AM IST

Luis Figo calls for support for Gianni Infantino in FIFA elections

Luis Figo called for support for Gianni Infantino in his FIFA presidential bid.

Oct 30, 2015, 20:58 PM IST

FIFA presidential elections: Seven candidates in race to succeed Sepp Blatter

The elections will take place on February 26 next year.

Oct 29, 2015, 10:37 AM IST

Russia was chosen hosts of 2018 World Cup even before voting: Sepp Blatter

England, along with Spain/Portugal and Belgium/Holland, had spent millions for their bidding to host the 2018 World Cup.

Oct 29, 2015, 09:20 AM IST

Seven candidates in running for FIFA presidency

Candidates need the backing of at least five of FIFA's 209 association members before they can be considered.

Oct 28, 2015, 18:01 PM IST

Eight in the fray for FIFA presidency

Eight people officially declared their bids for the FIFA presidency as Monday's deadline was reached, Xinhua news agency reported.

Oct 27, 2015, 07:32 AM IST