FIFA is set to revolutionize the Club World Cup by expanding it from a seven-club annual tournament to a 32-team event held every four years. The inaugural edition of this new format is scheduled for…
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Arsène Wenger’s Proposed Offside Rule Redefines Attacking Play, Aims to Revolutionize Soccer’s Marginal Decisions
The offside rule has been one of the most debated aspects of soccer since its inception in 1863. Initially introduced in England, it penalized forwards who positioned themselves ahead of the ball when receiving a…
FIFA Suspends Panama Soccer Chief Manuel Arias Over Fat-Shaming Remark About Marta Cox
FIFA has imposed a six-month suspension on Manuel Arias, the president of Panama’s soccer federation, for making derogatory comments about Marta Cox, a star midfielder on the national women’s soccer team. Arias’ comments, made after…
Grupo Televisa Settles $95 Million FIFA Bribery Lawsuit, Highlighting Governance Failures
Grupo Televisa S.A.B., a major Mexican media company, recently settled a shareholder lawsuit for $95 million, resolving allegations of bribery involving FIFA officials. Filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on November 23,…
Qatar’s World Cup Sparks Celebration and Controversy Over Labor, Rights, and Corruption
The selection of Qatar to host the FIFA World Cup marked a historic first for the Arab world, celebrated enthusiastically in Doha. However, from the outset in 2010, the decision drew widespread criticism over Qatar’s…
Top 10 Most Memorable and Iconic World Cup Moments of All Time
The FIFA World Cup, the pinnacle of football, has been the stage for countless moments that have captured the world’s imagination. Since its inception in 1930, the tournament has produced unforgettable events, ranging from miraculous…
FIFA has selected Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 World Cup, while Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will jointly host the 2030 tournament
On Wednesday, FIFA officially named Saudi Arabia as the host for the 2034 World Cup in men’s soccer. This decision marks the biggest achievement for Saudi Arabia in its major investment in global sports, driven…
Top 10 Most Expensive Football Trophies in the World
The beautiful game of football where passion runs high and the rewards are tremendous. A victory on the football field can turn you into an overnight sensation. However, winning a trophy in football means your…
FIFA World Cup Balls: The Comprehensive List
FIFA World Cup always tends to be a special occasion for most people. With the Qatar 2022 World Cup just around the corner, FIFA, in association with Adidas, released the picture for the Qatar 2022…