WAFCON: Super Falcons in must-win tie against Egypt
Cup-holders Nigeria have their eyes trained hard on a ticket to the quarter-finals as they confront Egypt in Wednesday’s final match of Group C of the Women Africa Cup of Nations finals.
Argentina players face FIFA investigation over World Cup final altercation with Spain
FIFA announced Wednesday that it had opened proceedings into some Argentina players for their behaviour after losing the World Cup to Spain.
‘It’s a golden opportunity’ – Infantino defends FIFA World Cup commercial proposal
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that the proposed launch of a private subsidiary to expoit the commercial benefits of the World Cup was “an opportunity but not an obligation”.
Brazilian defender suspended until injured opponent returns to training
Brazil’s Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) has handed Internacional defender Victor Gabriel an unusual suspension, ruling that he cannot play again until Cruzeiro forward Gabriel Pec is medically cleared to resume training following the serious injury he suffered from the defender’s tackle.
FIFA issues deadline to members over plan to sell $4 bn stake
FIFA has told member associations they will each receive $40 million if they back a plan to sell stakes in major competitions — but they must sign up by September 19.
‘My time with Brazil is over’ – Neymar retires from int’l football
Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. has officially announced his retirement from international football, ending a 16-year career with the Seleção following the country’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
