fifa

FIFA Set to Approve 'Five Referees' Plan

FIFA Set to Approve 'Five Referees' Plan

FIFA are tomorrow expected to finally dash the Republic of Ireland's hopes of playing in the World Cup but to approve Michel Platini's masterplan of having five referees at every match of next summer's finals. 2 Dec 2009
Stars Gear Up for World Cup Draw

Stars Gear Up for World Cup Draw

Hollywood actress Charlize Theron and England midfielder David Beckham will be among the presenters for the World Cup draw on Friday. 2 Dec 2009
Ireland's Last Chance Looks Doomed

Ireland's Last Chance Looks Doomed

The Republic of Ireland's plea to be allowed to play in the World Cup finals will be discussed by FIFA tomorrow - but looks doomed to failure. 1 Dec 2009
Flip-Flopping Jack Now Backing The Poms

Flip-Flopping Jack Now Backing The Poms

FIFA powerbroker Jack Warner has been convinced that "this is England's time" for the World Cup after meeting Prime Minister Gordon Brown just days after issuing words of encouragement for Australia's bid. 29 Nov 2009
Chile Could Be Banned From World Cup

Chile Could Be Banned From World Cup

FIFA have written to Chile's football authorities warning they risk expulsion from next year's World Cup if they do not prevent a Chilean club side from taking their appeal against relegation to the civil courts. 28 Nov 2009
SFA to Revisit Video Issue

SFA to Revisit Video Issue

Scottish Football Association chief executive Gordon Smith is considering a fresh attempt to get video replays back on the agenda of the game's lawmakers. 27 Nov 2009
No France U-Turn At Crisis Meeting

No France U-Turn At Crisis Meeting

Sepp Blatter has called a crisis meeting of FIFA chiefs following the Republic of Ireland's controversial World Cup exit at the hands of France - but the world governing body are not considering a U-turn over their decision to refuse a replay. 24 Nov 2009
Blatter Calls Crisis Meeting Over France Row

Blatter Calls Crisis Meeting Over France Row

Sepp Blatter has called a crisis meeting of FIFA chiefs following the Republic of Ireland's controversial World Cup exit at the hands of France but the world governing body are not considering a U-turn over their decision to refuse a replay. 24 Nov 2009
Iraq Suspended By Fifa

Iraq Suspended By Fifa

IRAQ were today suspended by world governing body FIFA after the Iraqi Olympic Committee dissolved the governing board of the Iraq Football Association. 21 Nov 2009
Egypt Issue Fifa Threat

Egypt Issue Fifa Threat

EGYPT has threatened to withdraw its national team from all football activities if FIFA does not take action against rivals Algeria in the aftermath of their recent World Cup play-off match in Sudan. 21 Nov 2009
Fifa Seedings Pressurised Ref: Brady

Fifa Seedings Pressurised Ref: Brady

REPUBLIC of Ireland assistant manager Liam Brady claims referee Martin Hansson "succumbed under pressure" in awarding France their controversial winning goal in last night's World Cup play-off in Paris. 20 Nov 2009
Fifa Rule Out Irish Replay

Fifa Rule Out Irish Replay

FIFA today dashed the Republic of Ireland's hopes of replaying their World Cup qualifying play-off with France. 20 Nov 2009
Roos Rise Three FIFA Spots

Roos Rise Three FIFA Spots

THE Socceroos have climbed three places in the latest FIFA rankings released today with Pim Verbeek's men just one place outside the world's top 20 sides. 20 Nov 2009
FIFA Rule Out Replay for Republic

FIFA Rule Out Replay for Republic

The Republic of Ireland's pleas to have their World Cup clash with France replayed are likely to fall on deaf ears. 20 Nov 2009
Keane Blasts FIFA Seedings

Keane Blasts FIFA Seedings

Robbie Keane has launched a scathing attack on football's governing bodies after the Republic of Ireland's World Cup dreams were shattered in Paris. 20 Nov 2009
Iraq Face FIFA Ban

Iraq Face FIFA Ban

Iraq face being suspended by world governing body FIFA after the Iraqi Olympic Committee dissolved the governing board of the Iraq Football Association. 18 Nov 2009
Fifa Ready to Relax on Agents: Report

Fifa Ready to Relax on Agents: Report

FIFA are planning to withdraw from the governance of players' agents, risking criticism throughout the footballing world. 13 Nov 2009
Ronaldo and Messi on Fifa Shortlist

Ronaldo and Messi on Fifa Shortlist

REIGNING FIFA World Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo is in the running to retain his title after being named on a 23-man shortlist for this season's award. 30 Oct 2009
FIFA to Weed Out U17 'Age Cheats'

FIFA to Weed Out U17 'Age Cheats'

FIFA will attempt to crack down on 'age cheats' at the Under-17 World Cup which kicks off in Nigeria this weekend by carrying out random tests. 23 Oct 2009
Chelsea Appeal Against Transfer Ban

Chelsea Appeal Against Transfer Ban

Chelsea have asked for a suspension of FIFA's transfer ban which could allow them to sign players during the January transfer window. 22 Oct 2009
FIFA Look Into Maradona Rant

FIFA Look Into Maradona Rant

FIFA are to investigate Diego Maradona's conduct in a reportedly obscene television interview following his side's 1-0 win over Uruguay. 17 Oct 2009