‘Sad and reproachable’ – FIFA secretary reacts to failed investment plan
According to Sky Sports, Grafström made the remarks in an internal email sent to FIFA employees following the collapse of plans to sell minority stakes in a new commercial entity linked to the World Cup.
Henry facing FIFA ban
Thierry Henry is facing the prospect of being banned from the start of next summer’s World Cup finals after FIFA announced their disciplinary committee had opened proceedings against the French striker for his infamous handball.
The incident in the World Cup play-off against the Republic of Ireland was the main subject of an emergency meeting of the FIFA executive committee in Cape Town yesterday.
RIVERS 2010: More sports facility experts arrive Port Harcourt
MORE sports facility development experts have continued to arrive Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital on the invitation of the Local Organising Committee for the 2010 National Sports Festival, Rivers 2010.
Amodu ‘ll lead us astray – Ikenya
Senate sports committee member, Joel Danlami Ikenya, said that Nigerians should not put their faith on coach Shaibu Amodu if they want Nigeria to do well at the 2010 Nations Cup and SA 2010 World Cup.
Kalu wants Yobo at right back
Hero turned villain Joseph Yobo yesterday got the backing of Pillar of Sports, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, who advised Eagles’ coach Shaibu Amodu to turn the defender to a wing half.
Akwa welcomes Africa to Angola 2010
This package is big boost to improving sports infrastructure across the country. My hope is a successful tournament and I believe the Government has invested hugely in that regard.
