Fifa launches investigation into Brazil-Argentina match disorder
Argentina’s players noticed trouble had broken out shortly after the national anthems Football’s world governing body Fifa has opened disciplinary proceedings after crowd trouble delayed Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Argentina. The match was halted for 30 minutes after fighting broke out in a stand at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Argentina captain […]
Rubiales given three-year ban by Fifa
Former Spanish Football Association president Luis Rubiales is banned from all football-related activities for three years. Source link
Sandro Tonali’s 10-month ban begins after it is extended worldwide by Fifa
Sandro Tonali has made 12 appearances for Newcastle United Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali has begun his 10-month ban from football after Fifa extended the ban worldwide. Newcastle say he is able to return to competitive football on 7 August 2024. Magpies boss Eddie Howe had told a news conference on Friday morning that Tonali was […]
Gianni Infantino: Criminal case against Fifa president dropped
Infantino’s third term as Fifa president began in March Prosecutors have closed a criminal case against Gianni Infantino – a decision the Fifa president called a “victory” for him and the organisation. Proceedings were opened against Infantino in July 2020 over an alleged secret meeting with Swiss attorney general Michael Lauber. Swiss prosecutors confirmed on […]
In-stadium VAR announcements trial to be extended beyond Fifa events
The use of in-stadium Video Assistant Referee (VAR) announcements is set to be extended beyond Fifa events. VAR decisions were announced at the Women’s World Cup, but the PA news agency says football’s lawmakers Ifab will now trial in other competitions. FA chief Mark Bullingham expects Ifab to discuss other changes, such as making audio […]