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Temarii: I Won't Quit

Temarii: I Won't Quit

AUSTRALIA'S bid to host the 2022 World Cup suffered another major blow today with suspended Oceania chief Reynald Temarii refusing to hand over his FIFA vote. 1 Dec 2010
Warner Brushes Aside Allegations

Warner Brushes Aside Allegations

FIFA vice-president Jack Warner has brushed aside last night's controversial BBC Panorama programme insisting he has no interest in the claims made. 30 Nov 2010
England Chief Begs FIFA To Be 'Objective'

England Chief Begs FIFA To Be 'Objective'

Gordon Taylor has called on FIFA to make its decision on who will host the 2018 World Cup on objective grounds as the England bid seeks to limit possible damage caused by BBC Panorama's investigation into corruption. 30 Nov 2010
England In a Fighting Mood For Cup Bid

England In a Fighting Mood For Cup Bid

England's 2018 World Cup bid chief Andy Anson promised today to "fight like crazy" to secure the required number of votes to get England over the line in Thursday's ballot. 30 Nov 2010
TV Accuses Three Fifa Members

TV Accuses Three Fifa Members

BBC Panorama have accused three FIFA executive committee members of taking bribes in a programme which England's 2018 World Cup bid leaders fear could further harm their chances of winning the tournament later this week. 30 Nov 2010
Zwanziger to Run for Fifa Post

Zwanziger to Run for Fifa Post

GERMAN Football Association president Dr Theo Zwanziger has announced he will put his name forward as a candidate to replace Franz Beckenbauer on the FIFA Executive Committee. 27 Nov 2010
From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Evidence of a burgeoning friendship between FIFA member Chuck Blazer and Russian prime minister Vladimir Putin will cause further jitters among England's 2018 World Cup bid team. 26 Nov 2010
Warner Dismissive of Panorama Investigation

Warner Dismissive of Panorama Investigation

FIFA vice-president Jack Warner has renewed his attack on BBC Panorama's investigation into World Cup bidding by claiming the programme will have "negative fall-out" for England's World Cup bid. 25 Nov 2010
England Bid Team Make Final Push

England Bid Team Make Final Push

England 2018 have dispatched envoys across the world this week in a last effort to secure votes ahead of next week's World Cup vote. 23 Nov 2010
Warner Blasts Panorama

Warner Blasts Panorama

FIFA vice-president Jack Warner has hit out at BBC Panorama's investigation into World Cup bidding by claiming it has been "deliberately designed to negatively impact" on England's chances of hosting the 2018 tournament. 23 Nov 2010
Wimbledon Clash Worries FIFA

Wimbledon Clash Worries FIFA

An inspection report on England's 2018 World Cup bid has raised the issue of Wimbledon tennis having an impact on the tournament. 20 Nov 2010
Blatter: England Bid Not Damaged By Investigation

Blatter: England Bid Not Damaged By Investigation

FIFA president Sepp Blatter today said he believes England's bid for the 2018 World Cup bid will not be damaged by the fall-out of the Sunday Times investigation. 20 Nov 2010
Moyes: Bosses Find Friendlies 'Intimidating'

Moyes: Bosses Find Friendlies 'Intimidating'

Everton manager David Moyes dreads losing players to their countries for friendlies but still believes internationals add a worthwhile dimension to the game. 20 Nov 2010
Suspicions Over WC Bid Collusion

Suspicions Over WC Bid Collusion

SUSPICIONS will remain that 2018 World Cup bidders Spain/Portugal colluded with 2022 bidders Qatar against FIFA rules after disciplinary action was dropped only due to a lack of evidence. 20 Nov 2010
Six Suspended on Shameful Day for Fifa

Six Suspended on Shameful Day for Fifa

One of FIFA's most senior figures has become the first official from the organisation ever to be banned for bribery after six officials were punished following a corruption scandal. 19 Nov 2010
Oz Blow As FIFA Pair Found Guilty

Oz Blow As FIFA Pair Found Guilty

FIFA executive committee members Amos Adamu and Reynald Temarii have been suspended over corruption allegations, jeopardising Australia's World Cup 2022 bid. 18 Nov 2010
Adamu Unhappy At FIFA Corruption Verdict

Adamu Unhappy At FIFA Corruption Verdict

Nigeria's FIFA executive committee member Amos Adamu has outlined his displeasure at the verdict of the organisation's ethics committee and confirmed he will appeal. 18 Nov 2010
FIFA's Verdict On Oz Rivals

FIFA's Verdict On Oz Rivals

FIFA’S bid evaluation report has highlighted some of the pros and cons of other World Cup bids for both the 2018 and 2022 events.Here are some main points. 18 Nov 2010
FIFA to Rule on Corruption Accused Pair

FIFA to Rule on Corruption Accused Pair

FIFA's ethics committee will announce tomorrow whether they are taking action against the two executive members accused of asking for money in exchange for World Cup votes. 18 Nov 2010
FIFA Rep Turns Heat On Qatar Bid

FIFA Rep Turns Heat On Qatar Bid

A SENIOR USA FIFA figure has questioned Qatar's claims that air-conditioning could allow a 2022 World Cup to take place in their searing summer heat. 17 Nov 2010
England Look to Minimise World Cup Bid Damage

England Look to Minimise World Cup Bid Damage

England 2018 bid leaders have sent a letter to all FIFA executive committee members to try to repair the damage caused by two media investigations into World Cup bidding. 15 Nov 2010